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On 10/2/2025 at 5:40 PM, Scheiss Meister said:

It is tough, but please do it as soon as possible and to the extent that makes them comfortable.  I am the executor of my dad's estate, and every day I deal with questions that he could have easily answered for me, many that I anticipated before his death, but it was too tough for me to ask them.  He would have gladly discussed everything with me, and I think that it would have made him feel better, but I was too afraid to ask.

You have the chance now; you won't after they pass.  They want to make their passing as easy on you as they can.  Help them do that.

This. All of this. My Mom knew the end was coming for two years but steadfastly refused to do any preparation whatsoever, including a will or naming an executor, or telling anyone about anything she had/where it was. As her oldest and her caretaker I had the inestimable joy of becoming the estate's administrator and sorting all that out. It took nearly 5 years before the estate was finally closed - and that with a very good estate attorney. The last best gift your parents can give you is to help make your life a little bit easier in the midst of grieving their loss. Talking with them now - as hard a subject as it is - will ease the burden while ensuring their wishes are followed. 

Edited by flatdawgs
dammit, I'm trying to figure out where to put the lulz!

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