Prime Time with Bec Wilson What being the executor of a will ACTUALLY looks like
Aug 20, 2025
Mike Chesworth, a seasoned professional with 37 years in Financial Services, shares his recent experience as the executor of his father's will. He delves into the emotional and practical challenges faced during this journey, highlighting the unexpected complexities that can arise. Mike emphasizes the importance of open communication and clear organization in navigating family legacies, especially in blended families. He also offers valuable lessons on estate planning and the significance of maintaining integrity over material wealth.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Set Up Practical Powers Of Attorney
- Do set up clear powers of attorney and assign roles based on skills, not fairness.
- Do review and update these documents with family before a crisis so someone can act quickly.
Have Clear End‑Of‑Life Conversations
- Do have explicit end-of-life conversations and explain medical terms so decisions match wishes.
- Do document preferences (ventilation, resuscitation) to ease pressure during emergencies.
Rapid Decline And Tough Decisions
- Mike describes managing his mother's rapid COVID decline and subsequent nursing‑home decisions.
- He recounts his father's sudden melanoma brain diagnosis and eight-day decline to hospice.