Blended Family Estate Plan Considerations — A Practical Guide

Are you in a blended family and wondering how to make sure your estate plan protects everyone you love?
This easy-to-read, attorney-drafted guide walks you through real-life risks and strategies for creating a fair, intentional estate plan for blended families.

Using the classic "Brady Bunch" scenario, this PDF explains:
✅ Why leaving everything to your spouse might disinherit your children
✅ The importance of beneficiary designations and their hidden traps
✅ How to use life insurance to balance inheritances
✅ Why revocable trusts offer the most flexibility and control
✅ Real-world examples of how things can go wrong—and how to prevent it

💡 Includes STOP SIGN callouts to highlight common mistakes (like naming minors as direct beneficiaries or unintentionally disinheriting a spouse).

🛡️ Who This Is For:

• Blended families with children from prior relationships
• Newly married couples creating a joint estate plan
• Professionals and advisors helping families navigate planning conversations
• Anyone looking for clear, practical legal insight — without the legalese⚖️ Note: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed attorney in your state for your specific situation.