How can I cash an insurance claim check made outto the estate of my grandfather, if I’m the executor?

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How can I cash an insurance claim check made outto the estate of my grandfather, if I’m the executor?

Asked on April 12, 2012 under Estate Planning, Nebraska

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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry for your loss.  SO you have already been appointed as the executor of the etate, correct?  You realize that that position holds a great responsibility, correct?  Once appointed then you should apply for a tax id for the estate and then with that tax id and the Letters Testamentary you open an estate bank account.  Once that is done you can endorse the check and deposit it in to the account to pay bills, taxes, etc.  Get help.  Good luck. 


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