It sounds like, either way, the money is yours. There is a presumption that the surviving owner of a joint bank account owns the account on the death of the other owner. If that wasn't actually what she intended, then you still probably inherit, unless your parents are alive. Parents would inherit first, but if they have already passed away, then brothers and sisters. If you don't believe she intended for you to have the money when she passed away, you should share it equally with any brothers and sisters.
Answered on Nov 03rd, 2015 at 3:38 PM