s/o How much do you know about your parents/ILs finances?

[Anonymous]

I am single, and an only child, so just my parents in the picture. I don't know specifics, as they have always been really private about money, but I do know they should be comfortable enough to take care of themselves until they both die. They have indicated I will have a significant inheritance and they also plan to give a large portion to charity. It wouldn't surprise me if it was 50/50, but I have no idea, and I am not going to ask about the split.

The charity part is cool and I am totally excited about it. They want me to distribute the charity portion within 20 years and I'll have the final say on where it goes, but I am to follow their wishes for the most part. Based on the little they have implied about amounts, I am guessing the entire estate may be $2-7M, but that's just a guess. And it could certainly change if something goes awry or if there's a major health issue, although they do have LTC insurance.

[Anonymous]

I know its about $10M.

[Anonymous]

I know my parents are extremely financially prudent, so they have always saved, have good retirement accounts, insurance, estate planning is done, etc. They own their house and have no other debt. My Dad's side of the family tends to live a long time, so he planned for a long retirement.

My in laws are doing ok. Mil never worked and FIl just retired and they did meet with a financial planner before taking the buyout so hopefully they're ok. They live somewhere very cheap at least. They complain/worry about finances a lot, but they pay all their bills, do a couple of weeks at the beach every year, and just bought 2 new cars-so I have a hard time feeling sorry for them. They also spend a small fortune on beer and soda.