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Originally Posted by llwhiteoutll
In addition to the Executor/Guardian roles, I'd also be putting together a codicil for specific items. I know my parents have one that lists specific items that they own and who they want it to go to. Some of that they have decided on and some of it is stuff that my sisters and I have expressed interest in having over the years. Maybe there are specific things that you'd like friends to have instead of family.
For somewhat non-will related items, I think it is important to have some kind of documentation on what your wishes are upon your death and just general documentation. Religious or non-religious service? Do you want to be buried or cremated? If cremated, do you have specific wishes for your ashes? Where are your insurance polices/policy numbers? Bank account numbers, mortgage holder and investments? What's your cell phone and computer password? Where is that rainy day cash box? Where are keys and combinations to any safes or safety deposit boxes?
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This. My parents are not old or in bad health or anything like that but when I was home on Mothers Day my Mom showed me where their binder is that contains all that stuff. I didn't even think about that till now and how much of a pain it would be if something happened and we needed to go through all their stuff.