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How Good Estate Plans Fall Apart
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Good estate plans aren’t meant to crumble, but they often do when left unchecked. Outdated documents, direct inheritances, and missed updates can all undermine your legacy. Here’s how to keep your estate plans strong and effective for generations.

The Dangers of a DIY Will and Estate Plans
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At first, a DIY Will looks like a quick and inexpensive solution. But when it matters most, these generic documents often fail, leaving families in legal and financial turmoil. Discover why a DIY will is risky and how professional planning offers lasting security.

The Hidden Estate Tax Planning Traps No One Warns You About
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Estate tax is one of the biggest threats to preserving your legacy. Families often overlook simple strategies and end up paying more than they should. Learn how to spot and avoid the hidden estate tax traps that could cost your loved ones unnecessary losses.

The Biggest Mistakes People Make with Living Trusts
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A living trust is powerful, but only when it’s properly structured and funded. Too many families assume creating one is enough, only to find gaps later. This article reveals the biggest mistakes people make with a living trust and how to ensure yours actually works.

Costly Estate Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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Estate planning mistakes can quietly derail even the best intentions. From procrastinating to relying too heavily on a will, these common errors leave families vulnerable. Discover how to avoid the most frequent estate planning mistakes and create a plan that truly protects your loved ones.

What Is a Living Trust and How Can It Protect Your Family?
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Many families don’t ask what is a living trust until they’ve already faced probate firsthand. This article explains how a living trust works, what sets it apart from a Will, and why it can help you avoid court involvement, reduce estate costs, and keep your financial affairs private, all while ensuring your assets are passed on exactly as you intend.

What Is Probate? (and Why You Should Avoid It)
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What is probate, and how does it work in Illinois? Most people don’t understand what probate actually involves until it’s too late. In this article, we break down the Illinois probate process, costs, timelines, and common misconceptions. Plus, we will go into what you can do now to protect your family from delays, public court involvement, and unnecessary expense.

Asset Protection Planning With PAT's
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Outright inheritance distributions can leave your loved ones vulnerable to divorce, lawsuits, creditors, and even double taxation. Asset protection planning with Personal Asset Trusts™ (PATs) gives beneficiaries long-term control over their inheritance while shielding it from life’s financial risks. Discover how this flexible trust structure can adapt to changing needs and secure your legacy for generations.

Asset Protection Planning and Discounting with LLC's
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Protecting your wealth and minimizing estate taxes doesn't have to be complicated. Learn how LLCs, especially Series LLCs, can offer superior asset protection, estate planning flexibility, and powerful tax-saving opportunities. Discover how the right structure can safeguard your legacy from creditors, reduce transfer taxes, and give you long-term control over your investments and property.

A Letter from Lenore D. Franckowiak
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If you were a client from the Law Office of Tom Sammons, welcome to Kiselstein Franckowiak Law Group. I’m Lenore D. Franckowiak, and I’m honored to be entrusted with your estate planning journey. I’m grateful for the trust he’s placed in me and our team at KF Law to carry that legacy forward.

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