Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
Debts after death
My other passed away. Am I responsible for paying her remainig credit card debt?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Debts after death
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If your "other" was your mother, you have no responsibility unless you co-signed on the card. The debts will become debts of the estate which should be paid out of estate assets, if any are available.
Scott R. Jay, Esq.