‘It’s like buying a lottery ticket’: Fidelity asked for my former sister-in-law’s death certificate. Does this mean I’m due a windfall?
“You never know, maybe I’ll win.”
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A person received a request from Fidelity, a large financial services firm, for the death certificate of their former sister-in-law. The request came after the woman’s death, and the person wondered if they might inherit money. They said it feels like buying a lottery ticket, hoping for a windfall. Fidelity has not explained why they need the certificate.
Why it matters
Readers should know that financial companies sometimes ask for death certificates to manage accounts or benefits, but such a request does not guarantee any payment. Understanding this helps avoid false expectations about sudden wealth.
- Why did Fidelity ask for the death certificate?
- Fidelity likely needs it to close or transfer any accounts the deceased held.
- Does receiving this request mean the person will get money?
- No, the request alone does not guarantee any inheritance or payment.
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