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Can i access money in a joint account when the other party dies?
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∙ 13y ago
If it's a joint account and has both your names on the account then you should be able to accsess all the funds....however, if it is there account you may need to ask your bank about getting accsess...Hope this helps :)
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoIf you are the surviving joint owner of the account you become the sole owner of the account upon the death of the other owner unless the account was specifically made joint only for purposes of convenience. An example would be if an elderly parent with five children added one child to a joint account so that child could do her banking and pay her bills using that account. The account should become part of the estate upon the death of the parent.
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What is a joint savings account?
A Joint Savings Account is when two people have joint access to the savings account. If a Wife and Husband, Boyfriend and girlfriend, parents and child open a Joint Account then "either" one of them can access ALL the money in the account. If one of them is involved in an illegal activity the Police can freeze the WHOLE account and "can" take ALL the money. It would be up to you to prove the money didn't come from the illegal activity. (Actually they would freeze separate accounts in the same household also) Good and bad parts are you both can access the money as needed, but the other person can "empty" the account with out your say so.
What is a joint account?
A Joint Savings Account is when two people have joint access to the savings account. If a Wife and Husband, Boyfriend and girlfriend, parents and child open a Joint Account then "either" one of them can access ALL the money in the account. If one of them is involved in an illegal activity the Police can freeze the WHOLE account and "can" take ALL the money. It would be up to you to prove the money didn't come from the illegal activity. (Actually they would freeze separate accounts in the same household also) Good and bad parts are you both can access the money as needed, but the other person can "empty" the account with out your say so.
Are you entitled to half of a joint bank account?
No, you have an undivided interest in the entire bank account and it is up to you and the other joint tenants of the account to agree how the account will be used. If you are the sole remaining joint owner, then the entire account becomes yours. If you die before one or more other joint tenants, you and your estate have no further claim to the account, even if it was entirely your money that was deposited.
When adding your spouse to bank account does it have to be a joint account or can they just have a card and other access?
It depends on the type of account - and the bank. If you're simply wanting the spouse to be able to spend money that's in the account - they can be added as an additional card holder. Alternatively - if you want the spouse to have equal control of the account (changing credit limits for example) - then it's better to have the account in joint names.
Is it possible for a joint account holder to take all the money from the other joint account holder?
yes both have equal rights to the money so one could easliy take out all the funds
Is it legal for a bank to take money out of your other accounts if it's a joint account is in the negative?
no
What are laws with siblings sharing a bank account and one takes all the money out but the other was who the money belonged too?
If both siblings are listed as joint owners of the bank account, then legally both have equal rights to the funds in the account. If one sibling takes all the money without permission, it could be considered theft. The other sibling can seek legal recourse by reporting the incident to the bank and potentially involving legal authorities.
How do you withdraw money from joint bank account?
A joint bank account is just like any account. You can withdraw money by all means like ATM, Checks, Withdrawal through withdrawal slips in the bank etc. however, the only difference is the fact that either of the account holders of the joint account can do this and one party cannot restrict the other parties involved in the joint holding of the account from withdrawing funds from the account.
What is a disadvantage of a joint account?
The disadvantages of having a joint account areEither party can operate the account without the knowledge of the other partyThe bank cannot be liable to entertain claims when one party withdraws money without the knowledge of the other
How much money can a person move out of a joint account with the other joint person not approving?
ALL OF IT. BOTH DEPOSITORS CAAN REMOVE ALL
What happens to a Joint checking account is formed one person dies does the other have the right to that money?
yes they do
Can collection agencies take money from a joint savings account?
This may depend on the country your in, but I would suggest not. If the debt in question is a debt solely in your name, this will mean the other party on your joint account is not liable for your debt, so they cannot take funds from your joint account.
