Q: Do you need to file as an administrator if there isn't a will when an parent dies and you're not on his checking account
My step father passed away Dec. 11, 2017, and there wasn't anyone on his banking accounts, I was told I needed to apply as administrator to close out accounts, but I can't as I am a step child. My uncle is his closest living relative we can't find his biological daughter. If my uncle isn't on the aaccount can the bank allow him to change the mailing address and give funds over to him or his POA as he doesn't take care of his own finances? Next question is I was told my uncle could sign a paper giving me permission to be the administrator could you possibly tell me which form that is?
A: It is easier if your uncle is administrator and collects the account. The amount will govern the process.
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