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The Benefits of a Trust vs. a Will

While a Last Will and Testament will direct your executor how to distribute your property, your executor will be required to go to probate court to collect and distribute your property, opening up your estate to the public eye and making it easier fo… Read More
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Consider A Trust for Your Estate Plan

Estate planning can be a challenge for Illinois residents. People want to share their assets without burdening their loved ones with heavy estate taxes, or the time and expense of going through the probate process. Establishing a trust may offer bene… Read More
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A Common Misconception: Will vs Trust

The Two Components Two components included in basic estate plans include a Last Will and Testament and a Trust. These can be used in combination with each other but can also be used separately. Our firm believes that a well-executed estate plan inclu… Read More
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Importance of Powers of Attorney

Being proactive in life is a good thing — especially if you’ve taken the time to prepare a Will or Trust to reflect how you want personal and financial matters handled after death. Planning for who makes financial and medical decisions for you if… Read More
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The U.S. May Already Be in a Recession: Will the Housing Market Collapse Again?

The economy is shrinking. Inflation is soaring, and the stock market is losing value. Searches for “Is the U.S. officially in a recession?” are now trending on Google. If the nation isn’t already in a recession, it might well be on the precipic… Read More
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Will home prices fall?

The top question on the minds of homebuyers and sellers alike is whether home prices are going to fall—and if so, by how much. Many real estate experts anticipate the rate of price growth will slow down as the year goes on. Others predict prices wi… Read More
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Mistakes to Avoid in Estate Planning

Failing to plan, failing to update the estate plan, failing to coordinate beneficiaries, forgetting to plan for disability and long-term care are the most common mistakes to avoid in estate planning. Failing to involve a legal, tax, or financial prof… Read More
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The Importance of Powers of Attorney in Your Estate Plan

Your estate plan should contain several elements. These all work together to ensure that your wishes are followed when you are unable to speak for yourself. You probably know that you need to get your Will in place. You may even recognize that you sh… Read More
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Happy Holidays!

On behalf of all of us at Barry Law, Inc., we wish everyone a safe, joyous and happy holiday! We look forward to a prosperous 2022!! Read More
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Why Retain Barry Law, Inc. For Your Real Estate Closing

Buying or selling a home is one of the most important events in a person’s life. One does not often spend hundreds of thousands of dollars in a single day! The transaction is an intricate and complex process. Although Illinois law does not require… Read More
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