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Compassionate & experienced attorneys in Illinois & Indiana providing specialized legal counseling in:
Estate Planning | Real Estate Law | Small Business & Corporate Law | Guardianships, Probate, and Trust Admin

06/04/2026

It sounds like a simple way to avoid probate: add your child to the deed and the house passes to them automatically. But what seems straightforward can create real problems down the road.

When you add someone to your deed, they become a legal co-owner of your home. Their financial situation is now tied to your property. Creditors, divorces, and lawsuits involving your child could directly affect the home you live in.

There's also a tax consequence worth knowing about. When a child inherits property, they typically receive a stepped-up cost basis, which can reduce capital gains taxes significantly. But when you gift property during your lifetime by adding them to the deed, that benefit disappears.

A revocable Trust, a Transfer on Death Instrument, or other estate planning tools can accomplish the same goal of keeping your home out of probate while protecting you, your child, and the property.

Share this with someone who's been considering this move.

Have questions? Call 708-532-3655 to schedule a consultation📞

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06/03/2026

Headed somewhere fun this summer? Before you pack, there's one question worth asking: if something unexpected happened while you were away, who would step in for you?

A Power of Attorney for Health Care and a Property POA make sure your chosen person can act on your behalf, no matter where you are. Without them, your family may not have the legal authority to make medical or financial decisions, even in an emergency.

Hospitals and financial institutions may not accept documents from another state without proper legal language. International travel complicates things further. And if you don't have these documents at all, your family may have to go through the courts to get authority to help you.

Getting the right documents in place before your trip takes far less time than most people expect. One conversation with your attorney can cover everything you need.

Save this for your pre-trip planning.

Call us at 708-532-3655 to get your plan in place before summer☎️

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05/28/2026

When was the last time you looked at your estate plan?

Life doesn't stay the same. A Will or Trust that made sense five years ago may not reflect your family, finances, or wishes today.

Times when a review makes sense:

⭐ After a major life event. Marriage, divorce, a new child, or a death in the family can change who should inherit and who should make decisions for you.

⭐ When your finances change. Bought a home? Started a business? Came into an inheritance? Your plan should reflect your current assets.

⭐ If your agent can't serve. The people you named as executor, trustee, or POA agent may have moved, passed away, or become unable to serve. Update your backups.

⭐ Every 3–5 years, even if nothing's changed. Laws change. Relationships evolve. A routine review ensures everything still works the way you intend.

A quick check-in gives you peace of mind — and catches issues before they become problems.

Share this with a family member and call 708-532-3655 to schedule a review.

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05/26/2026

Refinancing your home replaces your current mortgage with a new one — which means new terms, new documents, and a new closing. Having an attorney involved protects your interests and helps you understand exactly what you're agreeing to.

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05/25/2026

You share everything with your spouse — but can you make decisions for them?

If your husband or wife suddenly can't manage their own affairs due to illness, injury, or cognitive decline, you may not have automatic legal authority to step in. Even for jointly held accounts, certain decisions require more than a marriage certificate.

What couples often don't realize:

⭐ Marriage doesn't give you full authority. You may be able to access joint accounts, but individually titled assets, retirement accounts, and medical decisions often require separate legal documents.

⭐ A Health Care POA lets you make medical decisions. Without one, you may need a court order to authorize treatment or access medical records.

⭐ A Property POA lets you manage finances. Paying bills, selling property, or managing investments on your spouse's behalf requires legal authority in writing.

⭐ Planning protects both of you. These documents should be in place before something happens — not after.

We help couples prepare for the unexpected so you can focus on each other.

Tag your partner and call 708-532-3655 to schedule a consultation.

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05/22/2026

A home inspection is one of the smartest steps you can take as a buyer.

It gives you a clearer picture of the property's condition before you commit — but it's not a guarantee that everything is perfect.

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05/21/2026

Is your estate plan working the way you want it to?

Even well-intentioned plans can leave gaps. A Will that's out of date, a beneficiary form that contradicts your wishes, or missing documents can create confusion, delays, and family conflict when it matters most.

Some of the most common gaps we see:

⭐ Forgetting beneficiary designations. Retirement accounts and life insurance pass by beneficiary — not by your Will. If these are outdated, the wrong person may inherit.

⭐ Not updating after life changes. Marriage, divorce, a new child, or a death in the family can make your plan outdated overnight.

⭐ Leaving out Powers of Attorney. A Will only takes effect after you pass. Without POA documents, your family may have to go to court if you become incapacitated.

⭐ Keeping it a secret. If no one knows your plan exists — or where to find it — carrying out your wishes becomes much harder.

A quick review with an attorney can catch issues before they become problems. We're here to help.

Save this as a reminder and call 708-532-3655 to schedule a review.

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05/18/2026

Do you have an LLC? You need more than just the paperwork.

Filing your articles of organization creates your LLC — but it doesn't answer the important questions about how your business will actually run. That's what an operating agreement is for.

Save this for later and tag a business owner who needs to see it.

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05/14/2026

At M. W. Brady Law Firm, we believe legal guidance should feel personal. Whether you're planning for your family's future or closing on your next home, our team is here to walk with you every step of the way.

We're honored to be in your corner.

📞 Call 708-532-3655 to schedule a consultation.
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05/12/2026

Blended families bring unique joys, and unique challenges.

When you're raising stepchildren, sharing custody, or navigating relationships from previous marriages, a basic Will may not be enough to protect everyone the way you intend.

Some things to think through:

⭐ Stepchildren don't inherit automatically. In Illinois, stepchildren have no legal inheritance rights unless you specifically include them in your estate plan.

⭐ A Trust gives you more control. You can provide for your spouse during their lifetime while still ensuring your children from a prior relationship receive their share.

⭐ Update your beneficiary designations. Life insurance, retirement accounts, and bank accounts pass by beneficiary — not by your Will. Make sure these reflect your current family.

⭐ Consider what happens if you both pass. If you and your spouse have children from different relationships, who makes decisions? Who receives what? A plan removes the guesswork.

Every blended family is different. We'll help you create a plan that fits yours.

Tag your spouse and call 708-532-3655 to schedule a consultation.

📍 Offices in Frankfort & Crete, Illinois and by appointment in Bourbonnais, IL and Dyer, IN

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20950 S Frankfort Square Road, Suite B
Frankfort, IL
60423

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+17085323655

Website

http://mwbradylaw.com/

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