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2fat2bald
Apr 24, 2012, 03:18 PM
If probate is granted on my aunties estate can my wife withdraw all funds from aunties account as she is the only named on the bank book that is still alive ?

ScottGem
Apr 24, 2012, 03:22 PM
Depends on how her name is on the account. If its as a joint tenant especially with right of survivorship, she can withdraw the money without probate. However, if the estate is under probate and she isn't a joint tenant, then only the executor can approve a withdrawal.