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What to Know About Caregiving by 50, 60, and 70: A Guide for Families
Key Takeaways Start caregiving conversations early: Talk with loved ones about their wishes for aging, long-term care, and end-of-life scenarios well before decisions are urgent. Key planning milestones: At 50, focus on financial and legal prep; in your 60s,...
Spread Thanksgiving Cheer: Help Us Provide Baskets for Local Seniors
As Thanksgiving approaches, Edwards Group is excited to continue our tradition of giving back to the community. This year, we’re partnering again with Senior Services of Central Illinois to provide Thanksgiving baskets for local seniors who could use a little extra...
Two Types of Asset Organization Mistakes (And How to Avoid Heartache)
Key Takeaways Asset organization is crucial—forgetting key details or mismatching legal documents can cause hardship for your family. The two biggest mistakes: 1) not keeping an updated, detailed master list; 2) letting your accounts/titles/plans drift out of sync...
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Estate Planning Made Easy: What You Need to Know for a Current and Effective Plan
Estate planning is an ongoing journey, not a one-time task. Remember when you finally finished creating your Will with your attorney? It was a huge task, and it probably felt like a significant achievement. However, if you stashed it away and haven't given it a...
7 Ways to Check On Aging Loved Ones This Holiday Season
The holiday season has arrived again, and there's a lot to do! Baking, shopping, decorating, planning, wrapping, etc. The hustle and bustle of the season will usually be followed by special times with our friends and family, so this is a great time to check in on how...
Social Security and SSI Benefits Increase in 2024: What Retirees Need to Know
As we approach the new year, important news has arrived for retirees across the nation. The Social Security Administration recently announced a 3.2 percent increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 2024. This welcome news means...
5 Big Risks of Adding Your Kids to Your Bank Account
The Truth About Adding Your Child(ren) to Your Bank Account Many parents think that "adding their children to their bank account" is an easy way to be sure their kids can help if something unexpected happens, but it can cause some unintended consequences. Legally, you...
Edwards Group Expands with a New Satellite Office in Quincy, Illinois!
Edwards Group: Estate Planning & Elder Law is thrilled to announce the opening of our new satellite office, enhancing our capabilities for estate planning in Quincy, Illinois. We're now even closer to those in the Quincy Area who are eager for guidance on estate...
Quiz: Is My Family Ready for Their Inheritance?
Have you taken the necessary steps to prepare your family for their inheritance? Estate planning isn't just about securing your financial future; it's also about preparing your heirs for the inheritance they will receive one day. Ensuring your loved ones are...
Will or Trust: Which One Should You Choose? 5 Compelling Reasons to Consider a Trust
Whether you are wealthy or working class, Trusts can be a very valuable planning tool when it comes to creating an effective estate plan. When people think about estate planning, they often think about a Last Will & Testament. While Wills are the most basic estate...
11 Major Reasons to Update Your Estate Planning in Illinois
If you have an estate plan, you are already doing better than many. Creating an initial estate plan is certainly challenging, and it’s often an emotionally difficult process. It's understandable that you don't want to repeat the experience and update your plan. But as...
How Can Life Insurance Help with Estate Planning?
Life insurance can be a valuable tool in the estate planning process – providing protection and cash when your loved ones need it most. Many people ask us if life insurance should be a part of their estate planning. Our answer always depends on the individual...
How to Get Started Allowing Hunting on Private Property
Hunting has long been a cherished tradition and recreational activity for many individuals. Understanding the requirements and options for hunters is crucial, whether you're experienced or just starting out. In Illinois, prospective hunters need a hunting license,...