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A step-by-step agenda for the family conversation about estate planning. Less awkward than you think.
Published: 1 Feb 2025 · Updated: 1 Mar 2026
Opening (5 min): Set the tone. This is not about death, it is about making sure the family is protected. Share a statistic: 73% of Indians die without a plan, and families lose an average of ₹50L to ₹2Cr.
Share the plan (15 min): Walk through what you have documented so far. Show the Sort My Legacy dashboard or a printed summary. Cover assets, nominees, will status, and who the executor is.
Address concerns (15 min): Let everyone ask questions. Common questions: Who gets what? What about the house? What if we disagree? Answer honestly and explain your reasoning.
Assign responsibilities (10 min): Name who will handle banking, who will handle property, who will manage insurance claims. Make sure the executor is agreed upon by all.
Next steps (5 min): Set a date for the next review (annual). Ask each family member to share their own planning status. Offer to help them get started with Sort My Legacy.