Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Who is responsible for debts when I die?

Who is responsible for debts when I die, if I am the only one who signed for them?


Asked on 6/11/02, 6:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ken Koenen Koenen & Tokunaga, P.C.

Re: Who is responsible for debts when I die?

Generally, the assets of your estate. However, if you are married, and the debt was beneficial to the community (husband and wife), the survivor could be responsible, even without their signature.

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Answered on 6/12/02, 11:47 am


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