Here's what happens to your bank account when you die, from joint ownership and beneficiaries to the probate process.

Adam B. Frankel is a personal finance writer and financial adviser with over 30 years of experience. When he’s not managing money in the stock market, he teaches financial topics and other core ...

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Your money can leave a lasting legacy and live on much longer than you do. And when set up properly, your assets can be transferred to family members easily after you die. Planning ahead of time can ...