If you are one of the many Americans who are in a second marriage, you may need to revisit your estate strategy.ยน
Unlike a typical first marriage, second marriages often require special consideration that should address children from a prior marriage and the disposition of assets accumulated prior to the second marriage.
Second Marriages
Here are some ideas you may want to think about when updating your estate strategy:
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