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No, it would generally be the estate that would have to settle the debts of the recently deceased. However, if the adult children are the heirs, then it would be in their best interests to help the executor repel or challenge any claims made on the estate, leaving more for them to divide.
What else can I help you with?
Are adult children responsible for credit card debt of a deceased parent who had no estate and who lived in the state of Pennsylvania?
No.
What is the parent's responsibility for medical bills for adult children?
Parents shouldn't be responsible for adult children.
Are parents responsible for adult children's tuition?
No. They are adults so they are responsible.
How do you spell adault?
It is spelled adult. One adult was responsible for 30 children.
Are adult children responsible for credit card debt after their parents die?
No. The credit card companies will try to get you to pay off your parent's bills but you don't have it. It is all volunteer. I was glad to learn this since my mother is 81.
Are adult children responsible for credit card and medical bills with an estate?
They are not responsible to do it with their own money. If you are the executor of the estate, yes, insomuch as there are assets to pay them with. If the debts exceed the assets, there are some people who will not get paid, including the beneficiaries.
Are parents responsible for medical bills for adult children living at home in Florida?
Probably not. They might be in some circumstances, such as if the adult children were developmentally disabled, but where the adult children live is not really a factor.
Do adult Children have to pay the credit card debt after the death of last parent?
The estate is responsible for the debts of the deceased. If there are any assets they must be used to pay the debts. If not then the creditor is out of luck.
Are estranged adult children responsible for a parents burial?
No, the estate is responsible for all debts, including those of the burial. However, if the children sign the contracts for the funeral arrangements, they may be responsible.
What rights do the mothers adult children have to their mothers estate if she dies before their step father?
It depends on what the will says. If there is no will, it may be divided evenly. Check the state laws in your jurisdiction.
Are adult children responsible for dead parent's depts. I live in Canada and my father lives in the U.S. and has no will.?
you are not responsible for your parents debts.
Are parents responsible for adult children's medical bills if they claim them as dependents?
yes definitely!
