A transfer on death account is a common way to avoid the stressful probate process for a home, as well as investment and bank accounts. This guide can give you a place to start your research when you have a case for probate regarding a deceased person's estate.A Payable on Death (POD) account is easy to set up at your bank. You will find many Arizona legal services listed online that offer to fill out your paperwork; however, they offer no additional benefits. This handbook is to assist you in carrying out your fiduciary duties as the Personal Representative (or Executor) of the estate of an Arizona decedent. Online: Use our online form to notify us about a customer's death. Please provide proof of the deceased owner's Social Security Number, this information can normally be found on the Death Certificate.