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Debt Responsibility

Questions relating to the responsibilities for debts left by an individual that has died.

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If you are gifted a car in a will that is not paid for how long does the estate legally have to give you to pay off lien?

If you inherit a car that is subject to an outstanding car loan you need to keep up the payments with the LENDER according to the terms of the original loan. If you default on the loan payments the loan company can repossess the car.

Is it legal to buy a car under someones name if you have power of attorney and they are aware of the situation?

There must be a reason why you want to purchase a car under another person's name. You must have a bad credit history, must be a poor credit risk or there must be some other reason. What you are suggesting is fraudulent. A person who needs an attorney-in-fact to help with managing their affairs has not been fully informed if they have agreed to take full responsibility for a car loan for a poor credit risk. You would be abusing your authority if you carry out that scheme. If you check the statutory powers granted under a POA in your state you will not find that an attorney-in-fact can borrow money for their own personal use under the name of the principal. You should be replaced.

How long do you have to wait before inheiritance can be collected?

The estate has to be settled. That means all of the debts paid off and taxes filed. Then the court has to approve the distribution plan. That can take as little as 3 months and as long as many years.

How long do you have to wait before inheritance can be collected?

It varies greatly based on the size of the estate and the number of assets. A small estate can be resolved in less than 6 months. There are very large estates that are still in probate after several decades.

Can you get money before an estate is settled?

It is possible to obtain a partial payout. It will depend on the estates assets and the identified debts.

Debt responsibility of surviving spouse state of Maryland?

In most cases the debts of the deceased, including credit cards, are the responsibility of the estate. The estate, or its beneficiary should reimburse any valid debtors before giving any of the assets away. Consult a probate attorney in your jurisdiction for help.

Can you inherit a pension?

Yes you can inherit a pension but the amount will NOT be free of income tax. The taxable amount of the distribution will be taxed to you in the same way that they would have been taxed to the deceased. The taxable amount of the distribution will be added to all of your other gross worldwide income and be subject to income tax at your marginal tax rate.

If you are a co-signer and the other person dies are you still responsible for the debt?

Yes, that is the whole point of co-signing. Someone has to cover the debt. If one person dies, defaults or goes bankrupt then the co-signer is responsible. In death the estate is still responsible for the debt. If there is nothing left then the co-signer has to cover it.

How do you handle the financial affairs of suddenly deceased brother?

You must petition the probate court to be appointed the administrator of his estate if he had no will. If no one objects, the court will provide you with the authority to pay his debts and distribute his assets according to the state laws of intestacy under the court's supervision.

You should consult with an attorney who specializes in probate if there are assets. The administrator is personally liable if they make errors while settling the estate. Most people need the assistance of an attorney when administering an estate. The attorney could review your situation, determine what your options are and provide assistance.

How many people are in debt in America?

Well everyone is in debt one way or another so your question could be answered in two ways in terms of money or in terms of a physical achievement and a recognition to another for a help or service

Who is responsible to pay credit card debts in an equitable distribution state after a spouse dies?

It depends which country you live in, you would be best advised to go and ask a local lawyer (attorney) for advice.

Is the husband responsible for the deceased wife's debt in Florida?

In many cases the husband will be held responsible. They are deemed to have benefited from to goods and services.

Can creditors go after a paid-off car in probate if the house is being foreclosed on?

Debtors can go after the assets of the estate. These assets will have to be liquidated to settle the debts.

Spouse responsible for spouse debt in ga?

In Georgia in most cases they will be held responsible. They are deemed to have benefited from to goods and services.

Are executor's paid for the servies how much?

it depends on the will but the norm is about 10% of the total estate

Who is the chief executive in the state of Illinois?

If I'm understanding your question correctly, then it is the governor, which is currently Pat Quinn.

How do you know how much you owe in inheirtance taxes?

The executor will have to fill out the Federal tax forms. They will determine what the taxes are. In order to do so, the estate will have to be valued.

What happens when no estate and no insurance who pays debts?

The decedent's estate is responsible for the decedent's debts. If there are no assets the creditors are out of luck.

Who is responsible for paying any bills of your deceased grandmother who lived in Vermont?

Grandmother's estate has to pay off her debts. If the estate cannot do so, they distribute as best they can. If the court approves the distribution, the debts are ended.

Beneficiary rights in pennsylvania bypass trust?

I have a trust ,but the trustee will not allow me to veiw my acctount.

In PA if a spouse dies are you responsible for outstanding debt?

While the estate has primary responsibility, in most cases they will be held responsible. They are deemed to have benefited from to goods and services.

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