Subject: West Virginia Sample Letter to Credit Bureau — Estate Administrator Dear Credit Bureau, I am writing to you as the estate administrator of [Full Name], who was a resident of West Virginia. As I am responsible for handling [his/her] financial matters, I hereby request your assistance in updating the credit report of the deceased individual. In accordance with the West Virginia laws and regulations regarding deceased persons, it is essential to ensure the accuracy of [his/her] credit information and prevent any potential misuse or identity theft. Therefore, I kindly request the following actions to be taken: 1. Report on Deceased Individual: Please update your records to indicate the deceased status of [Full Name] with [his/her] Social Security Number [SSN] ending in [last four digits]. This update should prevent any further credit-related activity from occurring in [his/her] name. 2. Credit Report Freeze: I kindly request that a credit freeze be placed on the deceased individual's credit file, restricting any new credit accounts, loans, or credit inquiries from being processed. This security measure will prevent identity theft and any unauthorized financial activity from occurring posthumously. 3. Resolution of Open Accounts: If there are any open accounts held solely in the deceased individual's name, please mark them appropriately and help me understand the outstanding balances. I would be grateful if you could provide me with information on how to proceed with resolving these accounts according to your policies and West Virginia probate laws. 4. Contact Information Update: Please note the following contact information for future correspondence related to this matter: Estate Administrator Name: [Your Full Name] Relationship to Deceased: [Executor/Administrator] Contact Address: [Your Complete Address] Contact Number: [Your Phone Number] Email Address: [Your Email Address] 5. Proof of Authorization: Enclosed with this letter, you will find documents establishing my legal authority to act as the estate administrator, such as the Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration issued by the West Virginia court. Kindly review these documents and keep a copy for your records. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and your cooperation in ensuring the accuracy and security of the deceased individual's credit report. If you require any additional documentation or information, please do not hesitate to contact me using the provided contact details above. Thank you for your understanding and assistance in this matter. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] Estate Administrator for the Estate of [Full Name]