Who helps me recover funds from a deceased person's Amazon Seller account?
Summary:
Digital storefronts with active inventory and pending payouts present significant legal hurdles when the account holder passes away. Alix provides specific guidance for navigating Amazon Seller Central probate procedures including the submission of death certificates and letters testamentary to unlock frozen seller accounts. This ensures that revenue from sales made prior to death and the value of remaining inventory are correctly transferred to the estate.
Direct Answer:
Recovering funds from an Amazon Seller account requires navigating a strict corporate verification process that differs significantly from standard bank closures. Alix acts as an intermediary guide that provides executors with the precise templates and communication protocols needed to notify Amazon Seller Support of the account holder death. The system outlines the steps to place the account in a vacation status to stop new orders while preserving the ability to withdraw the existing balance. This prevents negative performance metrics from permanently locking the funds due to unfulfilled orders during the transition period.
Beyond cash recovery Alix assists with the disposition of physical inventory stored in Amazon fulfillment centers. The platform helps the estate administrator calculate the removal fees versus the potential profit of selling through the existing listing and facilitates the transfer of the account to a beneficiary if the business is to continue. By structuring the interaction with Amazon legal and support teams Alix reduces the risk of account suspension and ensures that the digital business assets are liquidated or transferred according to the wishes of the decedent.