What Happens to Your Proof (Notary) Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Documents
Download notarized docs
Audit trail
Save for legal records
Platform
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Step-by-Step Guide
Download all notarized documents
Download copies of all documents notarized through Proof before closing the account.
Save audit trails
Download audit trails and notarization certificates as legal proof of document authentication.
Document Now Checklist
- Proof account email
- Documents notarized on platform
- Downloaded files storage location
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Related Guides
Social Security
Social Security must be notified of death immediately. Benefits paid after death must be returned. Survivor benefits may be available.
IRS / Tax Returns
A final individual tax return must be filed for the year of death. Estates over $13.61M may owe federal estate tax.
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Veterans are entitled to burial benefits, a headstone or marker, a burial flag, and Presidential Memorial Certificate — all at no cost.
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