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What to do when there is no will no insurance and no money in the estate and outstanding bills?
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∙ 13y ago
The estate has to pay off the debts. If the estate cannot do so, they distribute according to a plan as best they can. If the court approves the distribution plan, the debts are ended.
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If life insurance is considered part of an estate is that money used for medical bills and debt?
Life insurance is not considered part of an estate and is not available to pay the decedent's bills and debts. Even if there is no money whatsoever to pay bills, the insurance is not part of the estate. The only exception would be if there were no existing named beneficiaries or if the policy is payable to the estate. But even there, keep in mind that it isn't the "insurance" money that is now available to pay the debts. It is "estate" money, because the proceeds were payable to the estate. The Federal government will include life insurance proceeds as part of the gross estate for federal estate tax purposes, but that does not mean they are actually part of the estate.
When does an executor of a will get paid by the estate if they have to pay outstanding bills left by decedant?
The executor should never pay the bills themselves. They should have the estate do it. Yes, with proper receipts, there should be no problem with getting the money back.
Is it legal for a husband to take all the money for himself and kick back all the outstanding bills to the deceased wife's estate for her children to have to pay?
The estate has the responsibility to settle all debts, including medical bills. The estate can demand the money back from the husband. Once that is done, then remainder can be distributed to the beneficiaries.
If an estate has no money or is insolvent is the executor responsible for any monies like insurance owed on the house or mortgage payments or electrical bills and water bills?
No. The executor or executrix cannot be held personally responsible for the decedent's debts.
Does insurance money need to go to estate when deceased?
No, the insurance money goes to the beneficiary named in the policy. If the beneficiary is not named, or the estate is named, it will go into probate.
Is the money for a sale of an estate supposed to pay off all outstanding debts?
yes
If you die and you still have outstanding loans can they take your life insurance to pay everything off?
Life insurance paid to your estate could possibly be used to pay off personal debt. However, if the life insurance is paid to a beneficiary, it is their money, not yours, so the beneficiary has no obligation to use the money to pay off your debt.
How does widow respond to creditors calls if not joint on credit card bills?
Tell the credit card company that the card holder is deceased. They do have some rights in some states to collect the money owed from the deceased's estate. They can sue the "estate" for the money owed. Note: a life insurance policy paid to the widow is NOT his estate.
Are adult children responsible for hospital debt of deceased parent?
The deceases "estate" should take care of any medical bills that have gone unpaid. Also Medicare should be paying part of this if the deceased was age 65 or over. Whether or not the hospital can come after family members for this needs to be answered. Surviving family members are not responsible for medical costs of a deceased person unless they entered into a written contract with the care facility.
Is a husband responsible for medical bills of his deceased wife in CA?
In California, and every other state, the estate is responsible for the bills. However, most insurance requires the insurance holder, normally the husband, to guarantee the costs. So indirectly, the spouse will pay because they will not inherit the money that went to pay the debt.
If you are beneficiary of life insurance policy is the administrator of the estate supposed to get your money?
Life insurance with a beneficiary is completely separate from the "estate". If you receive life insurance, it's your. The estate includes bank accounts, homes, cars, etc. not the life insurance
Is a husband responsible for a wife's medical bills in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, and every other state, the estate is responsible for the bills. However, most insurance requires the insurance holder, normally the husband, to guarantee the costs. So indirectly, the spouse will pay because they will not inherit the money that went to pay the debt.
