Can a joint bank signer keep the money after death? | NC

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Q: Can someone who was added to my parent's bank account keep the money after my parent passes away? A: Usually, only if the account documents created a valid right of survivorship or another valid transfer outside probate. The name on the account is not enough by itself. The key records are the account agreement, the signature card, beneficiary forms, statements, and any power of attorney…