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The husband's estate is responsible. If she was a co-signer or beneficiary of the debt, she will have some responsibility.
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Can a wife be held responsible for her husbands debt in Missouri?
In most cases, yes, they will be responsible. They are considered to have benefited from the goods and services.
Is a widow responsible for husband's debt in GA?
It depends if the dept was in both your names or just in his. If the widow co-signed for any of the credit she will be responsible. If the credit was only in his name, then no she is not responsible. Best advise is to talk to a lawyer
In fl is a wife responsible foir a deceased husbands mortgage debt?
I'm not trying to be funny, but if you were married (legally) to him at the time of death, yes - who else would be responsible for it?
Can an ex wife be responsible for her husbands debt even though it was not in her name but she was the one that caused the debt?
No i don't think so because its in your name. i wont really know but that's what i think any way
Is a wife responsible for husbands credit card debt?
If they are a cosigner for the debt, yes. Just because they are married doesn't make them automatically liable for the others debt, but it may very well make them responsible for it. Why is this? Because when you are in a boat sitting on opposite ends, when Evan a small ripple or change in weight can topple the boat. Sit in the middle, and co-ordinate your efforts...
In Massachusetts is a surviving spouse responsible for deceased husbands credit card debt?
Indirectly. The estate of the deceased husband is responsible for resolving all of his debts. Since the widow is going to be the primary beneficiary of the estate, she will inherit less because the estate has to pay the debt.
Is a wife responsible for any debt of her husbands prior to marriage?
No
Are you responsible for your husbands unsecured debt?
The spouse is considered to benefit from the debt. Yes, the spouses share responsibility.
In Texas is the wife of a deceased husband responsible for the husbands debt?
She is not directly responsible. The estate is going to be responsible. And since she will likely be getting the bulk of the estate, paying off the debt will reduce her amount.
Can a wife be held responsible for her husbands debt in Missouri?
In most cases, yes, they will be responsible. They are considered to have benefited from the goods and services.
Is a widow responsible for husband's debt in GA?
It depends if the dept was in both your names or just in his. If the widow co-signed for any of the credit she will be responsible. If the credit was only in his name, then no she is not responsible. Best advise is to talk to a lawyer
Does a wife have to pay assume responsibility for her husbands debt?
She is not directly responsible. The estate is going to be responsible. And since she will likely be getting the bulk of the estate, paying off the debt will reduce her amount.
Husband dies and leaves debt but no assets who pays?
A married couple is seen as a economic unit, so to speak. So the widow is responsible for the debt.
Is a widow responsible for payment of deceased husbands medical bills?
The widow is not directly responsible for the medical bills unless they signed the paperwork, which is often the case. However, the estate is going to be responsible. Which means that the estate may be depleted and a lien placed on the house. The spouse may not inherit anything.
In fl is a wife responsible foir a deceased husbands mortgage debt?
I'm not trying to be funny, but if you were married (legally) to him at the time of death, yes - who else would be responsible for it?
Is a widow responsible for her deceased husband's debts even though there is no estate?
That is the reason to create an estate. However, in most cases the spouse will have benefited from the debt and be held responsible.
Is a wife responsible for husbands credit card debt after his death with no estate or will?
If the card is in his name, only, there may be an out. You will need to get legal help.
