What to do about a deposit security check made out to an estate?
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What to do about a deposit security check made out to an estate?
My partner of 30 years died. He left no money, assets or even a signed Will. The deposit on our apartment was returned with it made out to me and to the Estate that he doesn’t have. How do I sign the back of the check to deposit it in my account?
Asked on May 28, 2013 under Estate Planning, Nevada
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
I suggest that you contact the person or entity who issued the check and ask that a new check be issued to you only at this time since no probate has been started and you then return the check received. If you get a new check, then the problem that you have written about is resolved.
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