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Is my dad responsible for his credit cards if he is put in a nursing home?
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∙ 16y ago
Yes, going into a nursing home does not eliminate his financial responsibilities.
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Are adult children responsible for their deceased parent's unpaid nursing home bills?
No. Not unless they agreed in writing to be responsible for those bills. A parent's estate is responsible for paying their debts whether those debts are for a nursing home, credit cards or utility bills. Their property cannot be distributed until the debts are paid. If there are not enough assets in the estate the creditors are out of luck. The exception is mortgages. If the mortgage isn't paid the bank will take possession of the property by foreclosure.
Can a grandchild be responsible for debt of nursing home?
No, unless the granchild guaranteed the nursing home bills. Otherwise, grandpa, or grandpa's estate would be solely responsible for the bills.
Does Medicaid count a credit card as income if you are in a nursing home?
No it is not income.
If you have a credit report what would be listed on it?
all your credit cards,home address and previous address,card you canceled and still have and how many years you had you credit cards and ect.
What happens when you are in a nursing home and can longer pay your credit cards?
You will default on your credit card accounts. Being an unsecured loan, there is little a credit card company can do. That is a risk credit card companies take. Regardless of why you can't pay, non-payment will result in default. The extent to which a credit card company will attempt to collect depends on whether or not they feel you have sufficient income.
Can you file bankruptcy on a home equity loan and credit cards?
Yes.
Is the surviving spouse responsible for paying nursing home bills owed before becoming eligible for medicaid in Virginia?
No, settling up with the nursing home(s) is not an eligibility factor for Medicaid.
Should you notify your credit card company if you go to a nursing home and cant pay?
yes
What types of online payment does Home Depot accept?
Home depot excepts, all major credit cards, any of the Home depot credit accounts, and store gift cards. They have recently added the option of paying with Paypal.
Does a nursing home for a credit check or a credit report before admissions?
Nursing homes often conduct credit checks before admitting residents. The costs of the care has to be covered. Part of the admissions process would be a standard credit check to make sure the costs can be afforded.
Can they take you to court for non payment of credit cards i live in new hampshire have not been able to pay my credit cards since i got divorced the cards are mine what can they do to me they have st?
Yes, credit card companies can take legal action against you for non-payment. This can include lawsuits to obtain a judgment, which may lead to wage garnishment or liens on your property. It's important to communicate with the creditors, seek financial counseling, and explore options like debt settlement or consolidation to address the debt.
Who is responsible for a home equity line of credit after death?
The estate of the deceased.
