Intestacy Archives - Michigan Estate Planning & Elder Law

Did Singer Aaron Carter have an Estate Plan?

“Singer Aaron Carter’s £446,000 property will be left to his one-year-old son Prince following the musician’s tragic death last month.”

Exactly Why Do I Need a Will?

“If you die without a will, you die ‘intestate’ and your assets will be distributed according to your state’s law. That could result in a distribution you didn’t intend.”

The Latest on Actress Anne Heche’s Estate

“Anne Heche’s son is bidding to “expand his authority” over his late mum’s estate.”

Is a Baby Born After Dad’s Death Entitled to Social Security Benefits?

In March 2013, 17 months after her husband died, Kathleen Steele gave birth to a child conceived through in vitro fertilization. She used a sperm sample her husband had provided to a fertility clinic before his death. However, years later, Florida and federal courts are trying to sort out an unusual legal question: Is the child, identified by the initials P.S.S., eligible for Social Security benefits resulting from Phillip Steele’s death?

The Benefits of a Good Estate Plan

“Estate planning helps you avoid many unfortunate situations. While it can take some time and money upfront, you can avoid many worse problems later on.”

Why Don’t Most American have an Estate Plan?

“Just 34% of adult Americans have an estate plan and 37% of respondents said they didn’t have a plan at the ready.”

How Do I Ask My Parents About Their Estate Plan?

“Before approaching the subject of the will, you need to consider that the loved one may be guarded and resistant to talk about it.”

What Is an Estate Plan?

“Nobody wants to think about how their loved ones will cope when they die. However, it’s important to plan effectively to ensure a smooth transition of your wealth and worldly possessions — even if you’re young or feel like you don’t have much to leave behind.”