Family members
No it's the person that is paying for the funeral or an executor of the deceased's estate.
Yes, the estate is responsible for the funeral. Once all debts are resolved, then the remainder can be distributed.
Yes, funeral expenses are a valid debt to the estate. The estate has to pay off the debts including funeral expenses. If the estate cannot do so, they distribute as best they can. If the court approves the distribution, the debts are ended.
the estate of the deceased pays for the funeral. what is left after expences is what is inheireted.
What does the will say? Who is executor of the estate? Were any plans made by the deceased?
If the deceased parent left funds either money or life insurance to pay the cost of their funeral, then it would be the deceased. They are still you're parent, so the adult child should pay, that is the moral stance. However, legally, the children do not have the funds to pay for the funeral, then they can ask the government for help. Most governments usually will provide for the cost of a basic funeral for a deceased, if that deceased left no means from their estate to meet their own funeral costs. Grandparents would not be expected to pay unless their grandchildren were under the age of sixteen.
No, the estate is responsible for the medical bills of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed any remainder distributed.
There are a number of factors involved. Typically the estate is responsible for paying the debts, including funeral costs. If a child or relative has co-signed any paperwork regarding the funeral, they may be held liable.
The family of the deceased should make the funeral arrangements in accordance with any directives left by the parent. Costs for the funeral and other services are then paid out of the estate funds.
In this scenario, the individual specified bequests for specific items of property, leaving the rest to the residual beneficiary. The person inheriting the remainder, known as the residual beneficiary, typically assumes responsibility for funeral expenses unless it is specifically stated otherwise in the will. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional to clarify the specific obligations in this context.
Generally the decedent's estate is responsible for the debts.
Usually not, unless they were listed on the original loan papers or they were part-owners of a family owned business or corporation. However, the estate the children might inherit would be subject to the debts of the parents.