Law Office of Christina M. Christl

09/12/2026

I was just starting my second year of law school when the news came on before I left for class. I couldn't stop watching the news coverage.

03/24/2026

Are you behind on claiming your tax refunds? Call me to get your taxes done 847-448-1350!

Don't let the government keep your money!

11/11/2025

09/03/2025

Are you feeling charitable? Be sure you keep your receipt and deduct up to $2,000 of your cash contributions without itemizing!

Want more tips on getting the most out of the Big Beautiful Bill? Follow me or call 847-448-1350 or PM me.

Effective for tax years beginning after 2025, taxpayers can deduct up to $1,000 ($2,000 MFJ) of cash charitable contributions without itemizing their deductions. The new law also places a 0.5% floor on charitable contribution deductions for itemizers. The deduction is allowed to the extent that the aggregate amount of the taxpayer’s contributions for the year exceeds 0.5% of the taxpayer’s AGI. Disallowed deductions because of the 0.5% provision are carried forward under special ordering rules. The new law also permanently extends the 60% AGI limitation for cash contributions.

02/18/2025

Do you know a Cook County Senior Citizen who could use some assistance in covering a property tax bill? Check out the link below to read about a program that allows for deferral with limited interest.

Deadline Approaching for Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program Illinois Department of Revenue sent this bulletin at 02/18/2025 03:37 PM CST View as a webpage / Share IDOR News & Updates - February 18, 2025 March 1 Deadline Approaching for Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program P...

01/30/2025

Look who is Highly Recommended! Need help with taxes, real estate, wills, trusts, or probate - give me a call at 847-448-1350!

12/16/2024

Court Temporarily Blocks Law Requiring Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting --

"In light of a recent federal court order, reporting companies are not currently required to file beneficial ownership information with FinCEN and are not subject to liability if they fail to do so while the order remains in force. However, reporting companies may continue to voluntarily submit beneficial ownership information reports."

05/27/2024

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸

We honor all the men, women, and families who support them in their sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Thank you!

04/11/2024

Its almost the end of tax season! If you need help with a last minute extension, reach out!

12/25/2022

Merry Christmas!