by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 11, 2024 | Illinois Prenuptial Agreement
Before you get hitched, when should you consider signing a premarital agreement (a.k.a prenup) in Illinois? While there’s no specific timeframe mandated by law, Illinois prenup attorney Mathew Kerbis recommends finalizing the agreement at least one month before...
by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 10, 2024 | Finances, Real Estate
As of 2015, about 16% of Americans were living in a blended family. (That’s about 54 million people!). From The Brady Bunch to Modern Family, the concept of blended families is certainly nothing new. Navigating estate planning can be complex for any family, but...
by LAURA TYNAN | Jul 9, 2024 | Wedding
Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, but it often comes with a hefty price tag. According to a 2025 study by The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in the United States is around $33,000, with the venue taking up almost 37% of that budget. That’s a whopping...
by Alysse Eberhardt, Esq. | Jul 7, 2024 | Communication, Self-Care
Research shows that although about 80% of adults agree with the importance of having a living will but…only 37% of adults in the United States actually complete one. A living will is something that helps make healthcare-related decisions on your behalf. Admittedly,...
by LAURA TYNAN | Jul 6, 2024 | Finances, Wedding
Planning a wedding is like producing a Hollywood romance movie, complete with costumes, a cast, and a very special leading couple in love. But how much does this romantic occasion typically cost? According to a survey by The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in the...
