Generally, if you have bad credit, you will NOT be allowed to act as the administrator of the estate of parent or loved one. Probate is the legal process after someone dies, during which the decedent's property is assessed and distributed.It includes identifying assets, Bank of America accounts. Visit your local financial center or contact Estate Servicing Operations to speak with our dedicated team. Fiduciary's Account. (5) At the time of its determination on the application, there are no known assets of the decedent's estate other than the assets described in the application. You need documentation from the IRS of the EIN for the estate. There is a form they provide when the EIN is established. Open an account online anytime.