New laws that took effect January 1, 2026. There are several new laws that took effect with the new year. It is important to keep up with new laws so you know your rights along with potential benefits that pertain to you. These are just paraphrases from a couple laws, please see the link at the bottom to get exact verbiage of the laws. SB 1563 | PA 104-0029 – Squatters Bill ( effective 01.01.26) – allows law enforcement to enforce criminal trespass rather than having to go t

Do you know a Senior that owns their home? Please read this, and visit the link at the bottom, so you may be able to help them. The application process opens January 1, 2026 and ends March 1, 2026. It is important that the application is in timely as there will not be exceptions. Some of the requirements for the program/applicant are: Must be at least 65 years old by June 1 and have a total household income less than $75,000.   Living on the property or other qualifying prope

Here are a few of the new laws and amended laws that could pertain to you this year, and a few that take effect in 2026. The links below...

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