Beware! Blended Families + Death = A Possible Nightmare

This week, we delve into a genuine cautionary story highlighting the potential complications that can arise in blended families when parents defer decisions regarding their children's care and inheritance to the surviving spouse and the jurisdiction's legal framework.

Family LawErica EndykeMarch 27, 2024blendedfamily, blendedfamilies, family guide, planning goals, financial planning

Create a Stronger Blended Family Through Estate Planning

If you have a blended family, estate planning is critical if you want your loved ones to avoid court and conflict in the event you die or become incapacitated. But planning for your blended family is also a great opportunity to strengthen your family bond through open conversations about your wishes and goals for your family and the love you have for them. Read more here …

Estate PlanningErica EndykeMay 9, 2023estateplanning, estateplan, blended family, family, blendedfamily, legacyplanning, planningsession, estatelaw, estatetax, estateplans, familyhistory., blendedfamilies, incapacityplanning, stepfamily, families