Beyond the will: a checklist of what your family actually needs access to
I work in continuity planning, and I see the same gaps over and over. A will covers legal wishes, but it doesn't cover operations... the day-to-day stuff that falls apart first.
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Digital: Primary email login · Password manager access · Cloud storage/photo archives · Social media accounts · Subscriptions & auto-renewals
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Financial: Bank accounts · Insurance policies · Mortgage/rent details · Outstanding debts · Tax preparer contact
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Household: Utility accounts · Alarm codes, safe combos · Vehicle titles · Pet care instructions
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Medical: Primary care physician · Current medications · Health insurance details · Advance directive
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Legal: Will location · Power of attorney · Trust documents · Attorney contact
Most people have about 30% of this documented. The other 70% lives in their head. I put together a free 7-pillar audit that takes 5 minutes if you want to check where you stand.
Link is in my profile.
Posted Apr 5, 2026, 3:05 PM UTC · locked