Probate FAQ #1

Question: Do unpaid bills die with my beloved?

Answer: As a general rule, no. If the decedent owed money on a credit card, hospital bill, car, or almost anything legal, the creditor could file a claim against the decedent’s estate, though not against the surviving spouse, unless the debt too is owed jointly.

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