Estate Banking - Executor Checklists

Do You Need an Estate Bank Account as Executor? A Safe Rule-of-Thumb Guide

Apr 12, 2026 by Morgan Pierce

An estate bank account is a temporary financial hub used to collect the deceased person’s assets and pay their final bills. It creates a clear, clean boundary between your personal money and the estate’s money, which is critical for your own protection. You typically need one if you are receiving checks made payable to the … Read more

Letters Testamentary vs Letters of Administration: Which One Applies and What Changes

Mar 30, 2026 by Morgan Pierce

The primary difference is origin: Letters Testamentary are issued when the court validates a will, while Letters of Administration are issued when there is no will or the named executor cannot serve. Administrators usually face a longer, more heavily supervised timeline, often requiring specific court hearings to sell real estate (adding 45 to 90 days … Read more