What Happens to Your Acorns / Stash / M1 Finance Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Deadline
Cancel subscription
Difficulty
Moderate
Key Info
Monthly fees continue
Step-by-Step Guide
List your micro-investing apps
Document which apps you use (Acorns, Stash, M1), your login email, and approximate balance.
Estimated time: 10 min
Note subscription fees
Record the monthly fee for each app so your executor knows to cancel immediately.
Estimated time: 5 min
Executor contacts each app
Contact each provider with Death Certificate to cancel subscriptions and transfer investment balances to the estate.
Document Now Checklist
- App names and login emails
- Approximate balances
- Monthly subscription fees
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Acorns / Stash / M1 Finance. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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