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Is a widow responsible for her deceased husband's debts even though there is no estate?
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∙ 9y ago
That is the reason to create an estate. However, in most cases the spouse will have benefited from the debt and be held responsible.
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Are you responsible for your deceased husbands IRS debts even though you were not working during that time?
In most cases the debts of the deceased are the responsibility of the estate. However, you are considered to have benefited from his not paying taxes. If you filed a joint return, you may be held responsible. Consult a probate or tax attorney in your jurisdiction for help.
Who is responsible for credit card debt after death in Louisiana?
The debts are paid from the deceased's estate, before the heirs inherit what's left (if anything). Debt is not inheritable though, so if the estate isn't enough, the heirs are not responsible for the remainder.
Is a daughter still at college responsible for her fathers debts after his death even though he left no money?
The estate is responsible for the debts of the decedent. If there is no estate the creditors are out of luck.
What is the surviving spouse entitled to of the deceased estate if not included in the will?
If not included in the Will, then nothing. Though you could detest this in court depending on your circumstances.
Is the deceaseds spouse responsible for debts not in their name?
They might be. Anything jointly owned would normally become sole property of the spouse, but, is still part of the deceased's estate. After taking appropriate legal steps for example, a creditor could force the sale of a jointly owned property, splitting the money with the spouse to start paying off the deceased's debts. If all the deceased's assets are liquidated, and it is not enough to pay off the debt though, then the spouse is not responsible for that part, that debt will then have to be written off.
If your husbands sister named his as one of her heirs and he died who gets his share of the estate?
possibly who ever he left his money to. im not really sure though..
Is a widow obligated to pay for her deceased husband's credit cards even though she is not on the credit cards in Arizona?
Money that goes to his estate needs to pay off the account.
Where can YOU look up YOUR deceased father's will online for free?
You probably can't. Most people don't put their will online. You should be able to request a copy from the executor of the estate though.
If an individual dies owing back taxes to the IRS are his heirs responsible for the repayment?
The heirs are not personally responsible for the debt, though the spouse may be. The estate has to pay off the debts including taxes. If the estate cannot do so, they distribute as best they can. If the court approves the distribution, the debts are ended.
Can I close out my deceased father's bank account even though he owes the IRS?
The trustee of his estate must handle anything financial - including resolving his taxes before disributing anything to any heir.
Is a new military spouse resonsible for her husbands back child support?
Stepparents are not responsible for their stepchildren. You are not responsible for your spouse's child(ren). However, the State may place liens on real and personal property, including bank accounts, even though you are a joint owner.
Does the remainder man need an executor?
The executor is responsible for the distribution of the estate. The remainder man does not need a separate executor, though there may be cases were they need to have their own attorney.
