About The Author

Hi, I’m Anita. I’m a seasoned real estate professional in Southern California who has spent much of my career guiding people through some of life’s biggest transitions with care and clarity.

The inspiration for this workbook came from the 8 years my father and I spent carefully preparing and organizing his most important details.

Years ago I shared with my father that when the day came and he passed, the ground would feel as though it had dropped out from under me, and I’d need a roadmap of what he wanted done. I’d seen too many friends lose loved ones, who don’t have time to grieve in the moment because they’re scrambling to figure out what needs to be done.

When the day came, we had everything in place - and I had the space to grieve. I knew what needed to be done in the moment, and what could wait.

My hope is that this workbook offers peace of mind, helps to reduce stress, and make it easier for families to navigate the unknown with confidence.

XO, Anita

In loving memory of the most amazing father, who worked with me to create his own roadmap - which was the greatest gift I could have received, in one of the most heartbreaking moments of my life.

Youssef Akhavan

October 6, 1936 - March 8, 2024