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If you and your spouse have separate credit card accounts are you liable for your spouse's balance if he defaults?
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The extent of liability depends on whether the married couple reside in a community property state and if so, if the accounts were established during the marriage. Married couples residing in community property states, other than Wisconsin and Texas are usually equally responsible for debts regardless of which spouse is the account holder.
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If you marry after filing bankruptcy does your credit score affect your spouses credit score?
You can do it either way. It mostly depends on the financial situation you are in and if you have joint accounts or single accounts. Just went through this. Most of the bills are in my name so my husband didn't have to do it.But your lawyer will advise you on the best way to file. Hope this helps.
Is a spouse responsible for living spouses debt if they are not listed on the accounts?
They are typically going to be held responsible. The debt is used to buy goods and services. The spouse is considered to have benefited from these debts.
Can a spouses income be used for determining child support in illinois?
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Do they factor in the spouse's debt for a home loan if you are the only person on the loan with the highest income and credit score?
Your loan will not be affected by your spouses debt as long as you are not associated with her accounts thru those companies.
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How do you access my spouses chacking accounts?
At my financial institution, you must be listed as an owner of the account in order to obtain any financial information. If your spouse is the sole owner of the account, the bank should not tell you anything.
