[WSBAPT] Receipts for distribution from estate

[Lisa E Schuchman]

Rich,

When possible, I send Receipts out for signature and send checks only after I receive the Receipt.  If heirs are local, I will arrange for an in-person exchange.  On occasion I have relied on an endorsement on a check as proof of receipt.

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Subject: [WSBAPT] Receipts for distribution from estate

Hello listmates

I recently filed a petition for decree of distribution. Following a hearing on my petition, I obtained an order discharging the PR upon filing of receipts from each of the heirs and beneficiaries. Can someone share with me the process by which you typically send checks and receipts to heirs? I am thinking that I would use regular mail and enclose the check, a receipt, and a stamped return envelope along with a cautionary letter that the beneficiary is not authorized to cash or deposit the check until such time as they have signed and returned the receipt? Are there other better ways to handle this such that I am likely to receive the receipts back?

Rich

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