Monday, November 5, 2012

The Limitations Of A Safety Deposit Box

By Bryant S. Cole


Are you aware of the numerous limitations that go into owning a safety deposit box? For instance, if a relative must gain access to the box because you can't do it yourself, would it be possible for this person to actually gain access? In most cases, nobody other than you can do so. People like the safety and security of a safety deposit box. However, there are many restrictions you must consider as well that can be a major headache for you.

The thing is that most people do not consider a scenario where they will need someone else to access their documents. They think only of the safety and protection afforded. So if the situation arises, they are left clueless with how to resolve it. This means that they must find an alternative solution. The best bet would be to prevent it from the very beginning.

Most people think that if they have an access key it will give them unlimited use of the box. While an access key is required, it is not all that is needed. In fact, having the access key and being able to access the box is something that really only happens in the movies. In the real world, there is far more to accessing a safety deposit box than holding the key.

A signature is almost always required in order to access the box. This means more than just any signature. The bank will compare the signatures to the original to ensure that the right person is accessing the box. If the signatures are off, then they will block you from going in. This could hinder an heir that isn't listed on the box.

There is also often a passcode that one must know in order to get into the box. Failure to have the code or get it correct could result in not accessing the box. While a child can remember a passcode, they often will not pass the signature test.

In addition, people must get assistance from a bank representative to access a box. You can't simply walk right in and open it yourself. There are lots of safety measures required to prevent this from occurring. Without them, the key could be stolen and could end up in the hands of the wrong person with bad intentions. Banks must keep these boxes as safe as they can.




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