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Visit Banks in Their Area You will need to provide documentation to prove both that the account holder died and you have the legal authority (as a designated beneficiary, joint account holder or executor/administrator) to access the account.
Yes, all fiduciaries in Virginia handling the administration of an estate are required to file accountings unless filing requirements were waived at the time of your qualification.
In these cases, simply visit the bank with a valid ID and a certified copy of the death certificate. You will then have access to the account, allowing you to withdraw the funds as needed.
Rule: (a) Upon the death of an accountholder, the FDIC will insure the deceased owner's accounts as if he or she were still alive for six months after his or her death.
Setting up a TOD account is relatively easy, and it's usually as simple as filling out a TOD designation form provided by your broker or financial institution. This form will ask you to name the beneficiaries and specify the proportions of assets each will receive upon your death.
It's advisable to open a separate bank account and to put the estate's funds there so you can use them to make related payments. A separate account will also help you keep track of your transactions but it's a good idea to keep paper receipts as well.
If you're the executor for your recently deceased spouse, you may think you don't need an estate account, especially if you have joint accounts. But it may still be a good idea, since it makes it easier to keep the estate's funds and your own funds separate.
Contact the bank in advance to ensure you arrive with the appropriate documents, but you'll likely need to bring a notarized or certified copy of the death certificate and proof of your identity, such as a driver's license or passport. You'll also need the decedent's legal name and Social Security number.
Yes, all fiduciaries in Virginia handling the administration of an estate are required to file accountings unless filing requirements were waived at the time of your qualification.