Aretha Franklin died intestate. Intestacy has definite drawbacks. In this post by my friend and colleague Steve Hartnett, an estate planning expert, he examines what this means for her family, financially and in other ways. Aretha was the Queen of Soul, but her lack of planning caused consequences she did not consider.
Aretha Franklin Died Intestate: What Does It Mean for Her Family?
Timothy P. Murphy is an estate planning and elder law attorney whose practice emphasizes helping people to build, preserve and pass on their wealth. He works with his clients to accomplish their goals while avoiding unnecessary court proceedings and minimizing or eliminating exposure to death taxes.
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