by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Aug 28, 2023 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, News, Palos Park Property Sisters, Probate, Real Estate, Wills & Trusts
When turning to renovation projects, there are often implications that need to be properly addressed. When Remodeling a Home in a Trust with a Home Equity Loan Homeowners with a proper estate plan often place their property in a revocable living trust (i.e., a living...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Dec 15, 2022 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, Mental Health, Wills & Trusts
Although we would all like to believe that our family and loved ones will honor our wishes as expressed in our estate plan, contests are more common than you might think. Sometimes, a family member does not receive what they thought they would after a loved one passes...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Nov 22, 2022 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, News, Power of Attorney, Senior Services or Care, Wellness, Wills & Trusts
Many people (maybe even you?) think that estate planning is simply planning for death. While that’s important, it’s not enough. The average life span has increased, and long-term care facilities such as assisted living centers and nursing homes are being built at...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Oct 17, 2022 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
Estate Planning Awareness: The Lesson Plan for Your Estate In honor of Estate Planning Awareness Week, we are taking this opportunity to make sure you have the foundational estate planning documents to ensure your own successful future. Below are some basic questions...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Sep 14, 2022 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, Wills & Trusts
Most financially savvy individuals begin planning their estate when they’re in peak mental shape. The idea that this might change at some point in the distant future is an unpleasant one, and they would rather go about their Estate Planning as if they’ll be as sharp...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Aug 10, 2022 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Living Trusts, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
As a single individual, you may feel overwhelmed when you think about who will step in and make decisions for you if you cannot make decisions for yourself and who will receive your money and property when you die. You may consider your parents or siblings, but...
