Summary
To claim unclaimed property in Pennsylvania, verify the property on the PA Treasury website, file a claim form, and provide proof of identity and relationship to the deceased. If all named beneficiaries are deceased, a court order may be required. A short certificate from the Register of Wills office is often necessary to prove your legal right to handle the estates affairs. To check if beneficiaries are deceased, use resources like the Social Security Death Index, local obituaries, probate court records, or hire a private investigator.Full Conversation
My grandfather has unclaimed property. I believe everyone in his will is deceased .What do I have to do.
Hi Judy, to better assist you, could you please provide your current location? The process for claiming unclaimed property varies by jurisdiction.
What do you want me to provide
To guide you effectively, could you please specify the state or country where your grandfather's property is located?
Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, you can claim unclaimed property by:
- Verifying the property on the PA Treasury website
- Filing a claim form
- Providing proof of your identity and relationship to the deceased
Important: If all named beneficiaries are deceased, you may need a court order.
Do I need to get a short certificate
Yes, in Pennsylvania, you often need a short certificate to prove your legal right to handle an estate's affairs. If all beneficiaries are deceased, it might be necessary to get a short certificate. It's obtained from the Register of Wills office in the county where the deceased resided.
How can I check if everyone is deceased
To verify if someone is deceased, you can:
- Check the Social Security Death Index
- Search obituaries and death notices in local newspapers
- Contact the probate court in the person's last known residence
- Hire a private investigator
Note: Respect privacy laws and rights when seeking such information.
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