These days, many families include children, stepchildren, former spouses, and in-laws. The number of remarriages has been steadily rising, so advance wealth planning with clear goals is advised. You want to take care of your spouse and your children, but letting them work it out after...

In community property states, most property acquired during marriage, except for gifts or inheritances, is considered community property — owned jointly by both partners — and is divided in the event of divorce, annulment or death. What states are community property states? They are Arizona, California,...