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Any bank can handle an estate account. It isn't exactly rocket science, the main difference being the signer on the account was court-approved. Pick your favorite bank and go there.
Most banks require a child to be at least seven before they can open an account for themselves, though they do all differ, so it's worth checking the specifics. Under-sevens require a parent, guardian or grandparent to set up an account and act as signatory. This method can also be selected for older children.
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.
This account is fairly simple to open. The account opening form will have to be filled up along with the KYC details. In this case, the age proof of the minor along with the parent's Aadhar and PAN card will be required to open the account. So, take the first step to inculcate financial lessons to your child.
Opening a bank account for a child For children under 16, the bank account will need to be opened by their parent, guardian or grandparent either in a branch or online. For those over 16, they can set up the account themselves, without parental consent.
Something that often catches a newly appointed personal representative off guard is the requirement to open and manage an estate banking account. Typically, the account is a basic checking account and is often named “Estate of Deceased's Name, Executor's Name, Executor”.
The legal process of probate, which validates a deceased person's will (if there is one), is lengthy and expensive, and can substantially delay the distribution of an estate to the intended beneficiaries as well as reducing what they ultimately receive. Like other assets, bank accounts are generally subject to probate.
After becoming the personal representative of a family member's or friend's estate, one of the first steps of estate administration is establishing a separate checking account for the estate.
How to open an estate account Step 1: Begin the probate process. The steps for beginning this process depend on the state in which the deceased person resided. Step 2: Obtain a tax ID number for the estate account. Step 3: Bring all required documents to the bank. Step 4: Open the estate account.