ESTATE PLANNING BLOG

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This blog will focus on estate planning. If you are in need of an estate plan, call Attorney Bradford Miller at 312-238-9298 for a free consultation. Located at 10 S. LaSalle, Suite 2920, Chicago, IL 60603.

Friday, April 16, 2010

Avoid taxes upon death

Did you know that the federal government assesses taxes on estates when they are passed to the beneficiaries? Although the current year is a bit different with the estate tax, next year there will be a tax put on estates over a certain amount.  There are many techniques available for the reduction or elimination of estate taxes which can be matched to the particular circumstances of the individual. This can be accomplished by having a proper estate plan in place.


Bradford Miller Law, P.C. focuses its practice on real estate law, landlord tenant law and estate planning. For a free consultation, call the office at 312-238-9298. You may also visit the main website at http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com/.

Please note this is intended to give general information to the public. Although the information is generally accurate, it cannot be guaranteed and this information should not be construed as legal advice upon which a reader can rely. In all cases, please consult a lawyer before acting. This is intended to be advertising, and not solicitation, or legal advice.

Sunday, March 21, 2010

Keeping the peace

Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C. - experienced in real estate law, landlord tenant law, and estate planning. Visit us online at http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com/.

The easiest way to preserve family harmony is by setting up an estate plan.  Estate Planning can bring you and your family peace of mind by stating what your wishes and desires are when it comes to your estate.  You can also state what your wishes are when it comes to your funeral.  Call our office today to start the process of setting up an estate plan.  Remember that the most cost-effective way to settle future estate disputes is by completing a comprehensive estate plan today.

Please note this is intended to give general information to the public. Although the information is generally accurate, it cannot be guaranteed and this information should not be construed as legal advice upon which a reader can rely. In all cases, please consult a lawyer before acting. This is intended to be advertising, and not solicitation, or legal advice.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

What are the benefits of a revocable trust?

Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C. - experienced in real estate law, landlord tenant law, and estate planning.  Visit us online at http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com/.

The following are the benefits upon death of establishing a revocable trust:

- Avoid probate proceedings
- Provide for the passage of property
- Preserve privacy regarding the disposition of the trust estate

For a free consultation, call the office at 312-238-9298.
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Sunday, February 7, 2010

Protecting children in a Will

The parents of a minor can designate, in their wills, who they want to be appointed as guardian of their minor children, upon the parents deaths. This is important to protect the children's interests and the interests of the children's assets.

Bradford Miller Law, P.C. focuses its practice on real estate law, landlord tenant law and estate planning. For a free consultation, call the office at 312-238-9298. You may also visit the main website at http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com/.
Please note this is intended to give general information to the public. Although the information is generally accurate, it cannot be guaranteed and this information should not be construed as legal advice upon which a reader can rely. In all cases, please consult a lawyer before acting. This is intended to be advertising, and not solicitation, or legal advice.

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Potential problems if you don't have a will

Potential problems if you don't have a will:

- If the deceased is survived by a spouse and children, property will be divided between the surviving spouse and children as provided by state law

- Conflicts can occur as to who should administer the estate

- Your assets are not being distributed as you would have desired

Bradford Miller Law, P.C. focuses its practice on real estate law, landlord tenant law and estate planning. For a free consultation, call the office at 312-238-9298. You may also visit the main website at http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com/.

Please note this is intended to give general information to the public. Although the information is generally accurate, it cannot be guaranteed and this information should not be construed as legal advice upon which a reader can rely. In all cases, please consult a lawyer before acting. This is intended to be advertising, and not solicitation, or legal advice.