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If the parties are still legally married and living together (especially if they reside in a community property state) there is likely no legal recourse available for such a situation. If the couple are divorced or separated there might be a civil or even a criminal remedy depending upon the circumstances under which the cards were "taken" and/or the account used.
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I filed bankruptcy for my credit cards my wife has her own credit cards in her name am I obligated to pay her credit cards also when we get a divorce?
If your name is not on the account, and the account is not considered a "joint account" by the credit card company, then you should not be held liable for any debt on your wife's credit cards.
How many credit cards should you give your wife?
Absolutely none! Have you watched Judge Judy?
What do i do Someone stole mine my wife and children's cards?
I assume you refer to credit cards. CANCEL all credit cards immediately. Call the credit card company's number (on your monthly statement) and explain to the rep what's going on.)
Who is responsible if credit cards are in a wife's name only?
If you are in a "community property" state, you both are.
In California law husband has credit cards in his name only. He dies. Does the wife have to pay off his credit cards?
In California, the responsibility to pay off the deceased husband's credit card debt typically falls on his estate. If the wife is not a joint account holder or a co-signer on the cards, she is not typically responsible for the debt. However, it's advisable to consult with a legal professional to understand the specific circumstances and obligations.
Spouse died and had credit cards in his name only will wife be responsible for paying creditors in Ohio?
No you wont be, as the credit was in his name only, because if he dies you cannot use the credit cards as they are in his name not yours. This is how I understand the system here in australia.
Is wife responsible for dead husbands credit card debts in ny?
Yes, if you share assets then the credit companies will consider you responsible and come after you for the unpaid debt. You may consult a credit councelor, they may have a loophole that the general public doesn't know about.
What if my wife steals my prescriptions?
then she's a druggie
If you have an individual credit card will it show up on your credit report with your husband?
It can. My wife and I have some individual cards that show up on both reports and others that do not.
Is the husband responsible for a credit card debt if he and his wife are not legally divorced but she has credit cards in her name only and racks up a large debt?
Yes, you are married. For years I didnt even work or have credit cards, but I established credit due to my husbands last name, because we are married.
What can you do if your wife opened credit cards without your consent?
A friend of mine faced this before. he closed the joint bank account and opened one in his name only. canceled the credit cards and placed an AD in the classifieds that he was responsible for his debts only.The wife can get credit on her own and if she fails to pay the bill the husband can still be held responsible for the debt. Good Luck.
Can a husband who is unable to obtain a credit card use his wife's extremely good credit rating obtain a credit card on line without his wife's knowledge?
No, because when the credit card company access the credit bureau, they access the name who applies for the credit card, not the spouse's name. It's the primary cardholder who is fully responsible for the debit. If the wife gives her husband an authorized user card from her credit cards and the husband doesn't pay. The wife's credit card will be destroyed if she doesn't pay the debit (even the charges he makes) So make sure you both keep your credit cards separate so that you both maintain your own good credit histories. Especially (heaven forbid) you both separate/divorce
