What Happens to Your Edward Jones Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Phone
1-800-803-3333
Advisors
19,000+ offices
IRA
Time-sensitive
Step-by-Step Guide
Contact the deceased's Edward Jones advisor directly
Edward Jones operates through individual financial advisors. The advisor likely has a personal relationship with the family. Call the local office first.
If no advisor known, call 1-800-803-3333
Central support can locate the account and connect you with the servicing branch.
Submit estate documentation
Death cert, letters testamentary, your ID. IRA accounts follow standard inherited IRA rules.
Document Now Checklist
- Edward Jones advisor name and phone
- Account numbers
- Beneficiary designations
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Edward Jones. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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