Everything You Need to Know About Transfer on Death Instruments in Illinois
In Illinois, a “transfer on death instrument”, or “TODI”, allows an owner of residential real property to designate one or more...
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- Aug 17
- 2 min
What is Mediation?
Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution method that involves an informal meeting assisted by an impartial third party (the...
- Aug 1
- 2 min
Arbitration: A Guide to the Process
Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that involves the settlement of a legal or contractual dispute outside of...
- Feb 1
- 2 min
The Who, What, When, Where and Why of 1031 Exchanges
Why do a 1031 Exchange? In simple terms, a 1031 Exchange is a swap of one investment property for another investment property; in other...
- Jul 29, 2022
- 2 min
Title Indemnity
What is a “TI” or “Title Indemnity”? As you may have heard, the Cook County Treasurer is delayed in issuing the 2021 Second Installment...
- Jun 24, 2022
- 2 min
Notice requirements to end a lease agreement in Chicago
As a Chicago landlord, did you know that you must send a notice terminating a lease if you do not intend to renew it or if you are...
- Feb 3, 2022
- 2 min
New Year, New Changes to the Illinois Freedom to Work Act – 5 Things to Know
Effective January 1, 2022, the new amendment to the Illinois Freedom to Work Act (the “Act”) changes the use of non-competition and...
- Aug 13, 2021
- 3 min
The Essentials of Estate Planning
Whether you have a spouse and children, live alone, or are in the midst of making some milestone decisions, developing a comprehensive...
- Jul 9, 2021
- 2 min
Purchasing a Home with a Broker & Attorney Team
The process of purchasing your dream home may seem overwhelming as you feel pulled in many different directions. There are several steps...
- Jun 8, 2021
- 3 min
Using “holding companies” to reduce risk when buying commercial real estate
When an individual purchases commercial real estate, one might want to consider using a holding entity for that purchase. Holding...
- May 19, 2021
- 2 min
What is the difference between a Security Deposit and a Move-in Fee?
Renting an apartment in Chicago can be a taxing process. From finding a reliable tenant to drafting a lease that complies with local...
- Apr 2, 2021
- 3 min
FHA 203k Loans - Financing a property that requires repairs on a budget
What is an FHA 203k loan? An FHA 203k, also known as a Rehab Loan or FHA Construction Loan, allows an individual to finance two elements:...
- Jun 18, 2020
- 3 min
Millennials – don't be afraid of seeking legal advice. Here are 5 instances on when to hire a lawyer
Lawyers are not just for your parents and grandparents. If you are a young business owner you might consider engaging an attorney on a...
- May 15, 2020
- 4 min
Learning Litigation - Understand Your Legal Disputes
Understanding whether or not your legal dispute requires going to court does not have to be intimidating. When faced with a legal issue,...
- Mar 12, 2020
- 2 min
Navigating a Lease Renewal or Termination Under Chicago's RLTO
When renting or leasing an apartment in Chicago, the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (“CRLTO”) leaves little room for...
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