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Why Keep Deceased Mate's Name on Checking?

Question: 
Why do some people keep their deceased mate's name on their checking account?
Answer: 

Answer Randy Carey: Comfort.

Answer: 

Answer Kathleen Blanchard: Some women do this because they feel it is safer to not advertise living alone.

Answer: 

Answer Ken Golliher: Agreed, it's psychological.

Both the survivor and the bank are confused if either thinks it indicates a continuing right to deposit checks in the name of the decedent. Assuming a right of survivorship, the account only belongs to the survivor now. Checks payable to the decedent must be handled by the decedent's estate

First published on BankersOnline.com 4/15/13

First published on 04/15/2013

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