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From Home to Legacy
From Home to Legacy
How to Sell or Transfer a Home While Avoiding Probate Court — and the Costly Mistakes Many Families Make
When an aging parent passes away, moves into senior living, or can no longer manage the family home, families are often left asking the same questions: What happens to the house? Can we sell it? Can it be transferred to a family member? Will we have to go through probate? And who can help us coordinate everything?
Smarter Ownership Strategies for Illinois Real Estate
Join Us for Dinner on August 27 and Learn About Smarter Ownership Strategies for Illinois Real Estate
Sean Robertson and Chicago Title Land Trust Company are hosting an event at Whitetail Ridge Golf Club in Yorkville on August 27, 2026. Attendees can learn about the strategies that can be used to protect real estate and family wealth. We invite you to join us at this free dinner and discover the ways you can protect yourself and your family.
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In Service of Your Wealth
If you own assets with a value in excess of $1 million, it is crucial to take steps to ensure that your wealth will be preserved and passed on to future generations. Failure to do so could lead to financial losses due to lawsuits, actions by creditors, or other issues. You will also need to be aware of potential estate taxes that may apply at both the state and federal levels. When working with our attorneys, you can make sure your wealth will be properly preserved.
Our estate planning team can provide guidance on the best asset protection options that are available to you. With our help, you can reduce the value of your taxable estate to ensure that more of your wealth will be preserved for future generations. We can also help you use asset protection trusts or other methods to make sure your property will be safeguarded. Our goal is to provide you with assurance that your family will be prepared for whatever the future may bring.
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Aging Parents: Five Conversations That Can Save Your Family Stress Later
Posted on August 24, 2026 in Estate Planning
The Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes Homeowners Make
Posted on August 20, 2026 in Asset Protection & Wealth Preservation
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