How can an estate confirm a debt is paid and closed? | NC

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Q: How can an estate confirm that a creditor settlement payment was received and the account is closed? A: An estate should not rely on a phone call alone. The personal representative should keep proof of payment, confirm that the company who took the money actually owns the claim or is authorized to collect it, and ask for a written zero balance, satisfaction, or release letter. If the debt was…