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How Can I Avoid Probate in Illinois?

Probate is a legal process that occurs after a person passes away, in which their estate is administered and distributed to beneficiaries. It involves validating a decedent’s will (if there is one), paying any outstanding debts, and distributing the remaining assets to the rightful heirs. The process can be time-consuming,

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Who is an heir? What is a descendant? What does beneficiary mean?

While watching a movie or reading a book about wealthy individuals and their families, you may have come across terms such as “heir,” “descendant,” and “next of kin.” Though made-for-TV storylines use these terms interchangeably, words describing familial relationships have distinct definitions. Using the correct terms is critical in wills,

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