by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Jul 25, 2023 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Palos Park Property Sisters, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
When The Kids Spread Their Wings –It’s A Good Time To Evaluate Your Home As your children graduate high school, college, or start their own lives, you have new things to think about as an empty nester. And when it comes to the home, there may be some emotional ties to...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Nov 22, 2022 | Blog, End-of-Life wishes, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wellness, Wills & Trusts
We love it when we have relationships with our clients that last for decades. There are times, however, when life changes spark an understanding of the importance of certain things including Estate Planning. Either way, it frequently happens that we arrive at a time...
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, Power of Attorney
According to a study conducted by Caring.com, the percentage of people aged fifty-five and older who have created a Will has fallen from 60 percent to 44 percent since 2019.[1] Although creating or updating your Estate Planning may seem like a daunting task, a proper...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Aug 10, 2022 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
With couples of similar ages, planning for the future is naturally a joint effort. However, if you are married to someone who is significantly older or younger than you, the future can look different and mean different things to each of you. To protect yourself, your...