What to do if my husband passed away 3 years ago and I have now received a settlement check from a class action lawsuit against the mortgage company and it is in both names?
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What to do if my husband passed away 3 years ago and I have now received a settlement check from a class action lawsuit against the mortgage company and it is in both names?
The bank says they need a letter of refusal. I am unsure what “value” to place on the home morgage. He had no personal property or a Will.
Asked on November 26, 2012 under Estate Planning, Missouri
Answers:
Victor Waid / Law Office of Victor Waid
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Deposit the check in your account; the check may clear even though only you signed as the depositor.
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