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Probate, bank accounts and Enduring Power of Attorney

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  • hb2
    hb2 Posts: 1,399 Forumite
    Seventh Anniversary 1,000 Posts Name Dropper
    When Mum died, 18 months ago, I took the death cert into the bank (Nationwide) and they transferred the balance of her account - aprox £10,000 - into my account without even looking at the will! I didn't apply for probate at all.
    It's not difficult!
    'Wander' - to walk or move in a leisurely manner.
    'Wonder' - to feel curious.
  • TW1234
    TW1234 Posts: 221 Forumite
    Ninth Anniversary 100 Posts
    The person to whom the funds areare released has to sign an indemnity that they will "repay" them if there are any "problems".
    The bank may take view on the likelihood of that and the credibilty of the person.
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