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If the account(s) are joint then the other account holder's become responsible for the debt. If the account is held by only one person and that person is unmarried the debt solely belongs to the account holder.

Married couples residing in community property states are accountable for debts equally regardless of which spouse incurred the debt during the marriage. Married couples residing in non-community property states are only responsible for debts that are jointly incurred during the marriage.


Debts belonging to an individual are included in the deceased's estate along with any nonexempt assets. The assets and debts are then handled according to the state probate laws.

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Q: What happens to credit card debt once you die?
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What is the Statute of Limitation period for a credit card debt in Ontario?

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What is the difference between a credit card and a secured credit card?

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Can the bank you have a second mortgage with and a credit card with attach that credit card to your second mortgage after a person is deceased?

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How do you pay of credit card debt?

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Who is responsible for credit card debt after death in NJ?

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Does Tennessee allow credit card garnishment?

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Your credit card because once you pay it off, the collection agency would quit annoying you all the time. They would be satisfied because they will get a part of the money you pay to your credit card. :)


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