What should a surviving spouse do as successor trustee? | NC

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Q: What does a surviving spouse need to do when taking over as successor trustee? A: First, confirm that the trust names the surviving spouse as the next trustee and that the prior trustee can no longer serve. Then gather the trust papers, identify which assets are actually owned by the trust, and notify banks, investment companies, insurers, and any other holders so they recognize the new…