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How should I handle money from selling a deceased person’s car? | NC
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Q: How do I handle proceeds from selling a car that was owned by someone who passed away? A: First, confirm whether the car belongs to the estate. Check the title for joint ownership, survivorship rights, liens, or another transfer provision. If it is an estate asset, the sale proceeds must remain estate property. Do not deposit the money into a family member’s personal or joint account, and do…