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What documents prove I can access my deceased spouse's bank records? | NC
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Q: What documents do I need to prove I can access my deceased spouse's bank records? A: Usually, you need more than just a death certificate. For a bank account that was only in your spouse's name, the bank will usually want a certified death certificate and proof that you have legal authority to act for the estate — such as certified Letters Testamentary, certified Letters of Administration, a…