What if a bank won’t give estate account information? | NC

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Q: What can I do if a bank will not provide estate account information without proof of authority? A: In North Carolina, the bank is usually allowed to say no until you prove that you have legal authority to act for the estate. A family relationship, a copy of the will, or a letter from a lawyer may not be enough by itself. The usual proof is a certified copy of Letters Testamentary or Letters…