Does a retirement account have to go through probate? | NC

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Q: Does a retirement account have to go through probate after someone dies? A: Usually, no — a retirement account like an individual retirement account or a four oh one k usually goes straight to the named beneficiary and does not pass through probate. The key is the beneficiary designation on file with the account custodian or plan administrator. If there is a valid living beneficiary, that…