denden 14 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Is there a standard Alamy procedure for switching my payment checks to an heir? denden 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Rooney 4,063 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 An interesting point, sir. But I think maybe we should be addressing Members Services about this. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Richard Coombs 58 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 I recall this question coming up on the old forum, shortly before it closed. I believe the answer was that it could indeed be done. But as Ed rightly points out, MS is the first port of call, they'll be able to help you I'm sure. Link to post Share on other sites
denden 14 Posted May 4, 2016 Author Share Posted May 4, 2016 How do I contact Members Services ? Thank you. denen Link to post Share on other sites
Niels Quist 708 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 The e-mail address is at the bottom of this page: http://www.alamy.com/contributor/how-to-sell-images/when-how-i-get-paid/?section=9 Link to post Share on other sites
denden 14 Posted May 5, 2016 Author Share Posted May 5, 2016 Thanks to all for the information. So far no response from Member Services. denden Link to post Share on other sites
Thyrsis 511 Posted May 5, 2016 Share Posted May 5, 2016 I'm pretty sure you just go into your account settings and change your bank payment details. Link to post Share on other sites
denden 14 Posted May 5, 2016 Author Share Posted May 5, 2016 This is the response: Hi Dennis, Firstly we would want to see a copy of a solicitor’s letter or death certificate. There are two options · We can remove the images, close the account and pay any outstanding balance · We can keep the account open, change the contact details to your next of kin and continue to license the images Thanks Abhishek Member Services This is exactly what I needed to know. Maybe it will help someone else. denden 5 Link to post Share on other sites
John Mitchell 4,964 Posted May 5, 2016 Share Posted May 5, 2016 I've thought about this topic as well, so thanks for sharing the info. Fortunately, I don't need it right now. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
John Morrison 4,391 Posted May 5, 2016 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Money to heirs? Pah! I'm taking it with me... 1 Link to post Share on other sites
spacecadet 4,081 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I'm spending it all first. In fact I've already made a start on it. Link to post Share on other sites
KWheal 157 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 (edited) I have given my son/wife the login details and they can change over to his/her details to his/her name and bank account kevin Edited May 6, 2016 by KWheal Link to post Share on other sites
Allan Bell 2,625 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I came into this world with nothing and still have most of it left. Allan 5 Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Ashmore 1,167 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I reckon there's really nothing to stop you just going into account settings, changing the names, addresses and bank details and you are done. But member services might spot such a change and assume the account has been hacked I so I a suppose a copy of a a death certificate would simply reassure member services that everything is above board. Link to post Share on other sites
losdemas 2,986 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 I reckon there's really nothing to stop you just going into account settings, changing the names, addresses and bank details and you are done. But member services might spot such a change and assume the account has been hacked I so I a suppose a copy of a a death certificate would simply reassure member services that everything is above board. i can't provide one of those just yet! Link to post Share on other sites
John Mitchell 4,964 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 (edited) I reckon there's really nothing to stop you just going into account settings, changing the names, addresses and bank details and you are done. But member services might spot such a change and assume the account has been hacked I so I a suppose a copy of a a death certificate would simply reassure member services that everything is above board. i can't provide one of those just yet! Yes, it does seem like a bit of a catch-22 situation. It's kinda something that you'd like to do before (as opposed to after) you depart. Edited May 6, 2016 by John Mitchell Link to post Share on other sites
Jansos 768 Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 This is the response: Hi Dennis, Firstly we would want to see a copy of a solicitor’s letter or death certificate. There are two options · We can remove the images, close the account and pay any outstanding balance · We can keep the account open, change the contact details to your next of kin and continue to license the images Thanks Abhishek Member Services This is exactly what I needed to know. Maybe it will help someone else. denden Useful to know this, was thinking along similar lines recently. Would be a shame if all that handwork and key-wording was lost to the winds on one's demise! Link to post Share on other sites
John Richmond 1,172 Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 It's worth making a specific provision in your will as to the inheritance and usage of your Intellectual Property. Copyright will be retained by your heirs in any event until it passes into the public domain but it's better to make your intentions clear as to the usage of that IP. Either that or vest ownership in a Limited Company (UK) or similar and provide your heirs with shares on your death - or even before if inheritance tax is likely to be an issue. Link to post Share on other sites
Martin P Wilson 1,142 Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) It's worth making a specific provision in your will as to the inheritance and usage of your Intellectual Property. Copyright will be retained by your heirs in any event until it passes into the public domain but it's better to make your intentions clear as to the usage of that IP. Either that or vest ownership in a Limited Company (UK) or similar and provide your heirs with shares on your death - or even before if inheritance tax is likely to be an issue. A sound idea. Bear in mind you can also assign the copyright whenever and to whoever you like; they should be able to continue to licence the images through Alamy. Alamy would probably want to see the formal written assignment of copyright, possibly notarised by a solictor. Edited June 1, 2016 by Martin P Wilson Link to post Share on other sites
John Mitchell 4,964 Posted June 1, 2016 Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) It's worth making a specific provision in your will as to the inheritance and usage of your Intellectual Property. Copyright will be retained by your heirs in any event until it passes into the public domain but it's better to make your intentions clear as to the usage of that IP. Either that or vest ownership in a Limited Company (UK) or similar and provide your heirs with shares on your death - or even before if inheritance tax is likely to be an issue. A sound idea. Bear in mind you can also assign the copyright whenever and to whoever you like; they should be able to continue to licence the images through Alamy. Alamy would probably want to see the formal written assignment of copyright, possibly notarised by a solictor. All very useful advice, especially for the legally challenged (sounds bad, I know) like myself. Thanks. Edited June 1, 2016 by John Mitchell Link to post Share on other sites
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