My dad died 18 years ago. How do I find out if he had a life insurance policy? Also, how do I find out how the estate was divided?
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My dad died 18 years ago. How do I find out if he had a life insurance policy? Also, how do I find out how the estate was divided?
Asked on April 12, 2009 under Estate Planning, Missouri
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Oftentimes, the statute of limitations may have lapsed for you to collect. There is truly no way of knowing he had a life insurance policy unless you have some sort of proof -- contract, cancelled check, bank account statement, refunds, dividends? Also, check the state's abandoned property website. most are on missingmoney.com but some states may alsohave their own system. Usually found on the secretary of state's website.
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