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If your husband dies are you responsible for his debts in Florida?
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∙ 9y ago
The wife is not directly responsible unless she is on the insurance or contract. Most courts would rule that the spouse benefits from the debts and can be held responsible. The estate should pay the debts before she can inherit anything.
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