A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.

Blended families can bring together spouses, children, stepchildren, previous relationships, and assets accumulated at different stages of life. While combining families can be exciting, it can also make estate planning more complicated. A plan that works for a traditional family structure may not address the needs and expectations of a blended family. Taking the time to think through what should happen to your assets—and who should receive them—can help reduce uncertainty fo