Illinois
IL · 10 guides
End-of-Life Planning Checklist for Illinois Residents
Illinois end-of-life planning checklist: healthcare POA, living will, financial POA, POLST, beneficiary designations, and Illinois estate tax rules.
Estate and Inheritance Tax in Illinois 2026
Illinois has a $4M state estate tax, no inheritance tax. Graduated rates up to 16%, no portability. Federal threshold is $15M in 2026.
Executor Duties and Timeline in Illinois
What an Illinois independent representative must do: appointment, inventory, creditor notice, tax filing, and distribution under the Probate Act.
Funeral and Burial Laws in Illinois
Illinois funeral and burial laws: cremation rules, burial requirements, green burial, body donation, disposition authority, and consumer protections.
How Probate Works in Illinois: Process, Timeline, and Costs
Illinois probate explained: independent vs. supervised administration, small estate affidavit, Circuit Court process, fees, and deadlines.
How to Close Bank Accounts After Death in Illinois
Step-by-step guide to closing bank accounts after death in Illinois: joint accounts, POD accounts, individual accounts, safe deposit boxes, and required documents.
How to Get a Death Certificate in Illinois
Order an Illinois death certificate from IDPH or your county clerk. 2026 fees, processing times, how many copies you need, and correction process.
Illinois Funeral Cost Guide
What funerals cost in Illinois: average prices, cremation vs. burial, required disclosures, consumer rights, and how to reduce costs legally.
Social Security Survivor Benefits in Illinois
How to claim Social Security survivor benefits in Illinois: eligibility, benefit amounts, application process, and the $255 lump-sum death payment.
What to Do When Someone Dies in Illinois: A Complete Guide
Step-by-step Illinois death checklist: probate paths, death certificates, equitable distribution, financial tasks, and Medicaid recovery.