Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

remarriage, old debts

My son has never been married. He plans to marry his fiancee in 6 months. She is divorced with no children. They both live in Calif. She and her ex bought property in Wisc and that property went into foreclosure. Her name is on the purchase agreement. My son and fiancee plan on buying a house together. Question: After they marry, will my son be responsible for her debts? Can his checking account be attached and a lien be placed on their new home?


Asked on 5/16/09, 2:00 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Re: remarriage, old debts

Your son will not be responsible. BUT, if they hold property (including real property and bank accounts) jointly, it is subject to levy. He might want to make an appointment with an attorney to create a plan to avoid such problems.

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Answered on 5/16/09, 2:41 pm


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