Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Re: deceased spouse

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Re: deceased spouse

I agree with Chris Johnson's reply. If the credit card should have been considered community property -- the surviving spouse would be liable. Determination of a community property asset is not only by how title is held. Please contact the creditor and ask if you can lower the amount owed.

Re: deceased spouse

It depends, but if the debts were used to benefit the community (living expenses, etc.), the surviving spouse is probably liable. You might try negotiating the debt to a lower amount, which most creditors are open to doing.