Only if one of the heirs was specifically named as a joint owner of the account(s). Otherwise, only the "Executor" of the deceased's estate could obtain them. However, if the deceased died without a will ('Intestate') the heirs could eventually obtain the banks records via an order of the Probate Court.
Generally, not if the surviving joint owner is living. If the Survivor has died then some qualified person must petition the court to be appointed the estate representative. Letters will be issued by the court that will give the appointee the authority to access the bank account.
You don't.
The executor of the estate is able to sell assets of the estate.
Legally, they cannot live in the house without the consent of the executor of the estate.
You can start by checking with the deceased parent's lawyer, estate planning attorney, or financial advisor. You can also check with the probate court in the county where the deceased parent lived to see if a will has been filed for probate. Sometimes, the executor named in the will or the deceased parent's close family members may also have knowledge of the existence of a will.
Unless the person is the executor of the deceased's estate or is a joint account holder then he or she cannot gain access without an order from the state probate court.
No, you do not need an executor of estate form specifically for accessing a deceased parent's medical records. Most states have laws that allow the next of kin or a designated representative to request and access the medical records of a deceased individual. However, you may need to provide proof of your relationship and may be required to fill out certain forms or provide documentation to the healthcare provider or institution. It is best to contact the healthcare provider directly to understand their specific requirements.
That is done through the probate process. The executor can make the change and issue a new deed.
It is an estate, but it isn't a legal entity until it has been registered with the court and an executor appointed.
This is a difficult question to answer without knowing more information. Were you the Executor of the deceased's parent estate? Was the will probated? Who's name (or names) was the account in? Were the assets in the account addressed in the will? Is this question asking for a 'legal" opinion, OR, is it asking for an 'ethical' opinion? The above, while admittedly NOT a direct answer to the question, should give the questioner some "food for thought."
You should not do anything with them. The executor of the estate should make arrangements to void the debt with the provider.
no not if it is not in your name
Make sure the executor of the estate is aware of the debts. Those debts have to be resolved before there can be distribution of the estate.
No. As the executor of a will, your role as executor is not triggered until the party who named you executor dies. If the parent is still alive, you'd need a power of attorney (document) naming you as the power of attorney to make decisions for the parent in the event that the parent is incapacitated or incapable of making decisions on his or her own behalf.