How can I incorporate my stepchildren into my estate plan?
There are several options for updating your estate plan to incorporate your stepchildren. There are also pros and cons to each option.
Articles about Second Marriages
An Estate Plan Modification Guide for New Stepparents
Here is a estate plan guide for new stepparents. This may be the time to modify your estate plan. Here, find out what to consider when you make changes.
Estate Plan Updates: Treat Stepchildren Like Biological Children
5 Reasons to Update Your Estate Plan If You Wish to Include Stepchildren. Read more here for information about updating your estate plan.
Consider Making Your Trust a QTIP After a Second Marriage
If you remarry, and you have children from a first marriage, it is time to update your existing estate plan. You may want to consider a QTIP trust.
Using QTIP Trusts After Second Marriages to Alleviate Concerns
After a second marriage, your children from a previous relationship may have concerns about their inheritance. A QTIP trust may be the solution.
Why You May Want to Call an Estate Planning Lawyer to Talk About Your Relationship
Are you in a committed relationship? Find out what changes you might consider to your estate plan to protect the person you love when you die.