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Is next of kin liable for funeral expenses if deceased has no estate?
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Who pays the funeral expenses with a very large estate?
The estate pays for the funeral. It is typically one of the first clauses in the will. If someone signed for the funeral costs, they can be held liable if the estate fails to cover the costs.
Can you explain who is liable for funeral expenses from this i give devise and bequeath all the remainder of my real and personal property wheresoever and whatsoever to which may be entitled?
This clause of a will only directs that an estate be divided equally, you would not be able to tell who was responsible for funeral costs, however, the executor of the estate would be responsible as they are appointed to deal with the deceased's estate, which includes their debts, which the costs of the deceased's funeral is one of the first and foremost debts to be recognised.
Is the estate liable for the debt on a surviorship deed?
The estate is liable for the obligations of the deceased. They would have to settle the debts.
Is the daughter of deceased father liable for his debt in Texas?
The estate of the deceased is liable. If you inherit any money, property or valuables these should have been used to settle the estate. If there was no estate then you will need to show this to the IRS.
Is the surving spouse liable for spouses medical bills in NJ?
Not individually, but the deceased's estate may well be subject to being charged for the expenses not covered by any existing insurance.
Are you liable for unsecured debt if you die in Florida?
A dead person in any state is not liable for debt. The deceased's estate is responsible for the debts to the extent there are assets in the estate to pay them.
I already know that outstanding debts of the deceased are greater than what insurance we will receive. Can funeral expenses be paid prior to other debts?
You need to speak with an attorney. Each jurisdiction has a statutory scheme by which debts must be paid. It becomes especially important when the estate is insolvent. If you don't follow the statutory scheme then you will be held personally liable.
Are children in North Carolina required to pay deceased parents bills?
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.
Is a deceased person's furniture taxable?
The value of the furniture forms part of the deceased person's estate. If that estate is liable to taxation in the country in which you live, then yes tax would have to be payed on it.
In Texas if your husband dies and has a car in his name only are you liable for the bill?
The estate is generally liable for all bills and expenses (not you). Hire a probate attorney to help sort this out. The estate will need an executor.
When a person dies is the remaining daughter responsible for the debt of credit cards?
No. The deceased person's estate is liable for any of the debts of that person, but heirs are not liable for debts if the assets in the estate are not enough to cover the debts.
In Ontario Canada estate law under what conditions can the heir of an estate be held personally liable for the debts of the deceased if the will was never probated?
If they took possession of estate assets, they can be held liable. Taking the estate through probate is done to cut off these sorts of claims.
