EST063 Estate planning for blended families – proceed with care (639 words)

Estate planning for blended families is complex. This article explains how clear communication and tools like Wills and Trusts can help protect loved ones and prevent future disputes.

Estate planning can be difficult and stressful, but for blended families there’s an added overlay of complexity.

According to the community demographic website, profile.id.com.au, as of 2021, blended- and step-families make up around 12 percent of Australian households.

For these families, ensuring every person is treated fairly, is a significant challenge where the needs of the current spouse, shared children, and children from previous relationships need to be considered.