My husbands grandfather died.  And left him with a family debt of $40 K,  Does he have to pay it?
546387
Ooooohh ... that's a really sticky situation.  My guess is that you're going to have some big family problems with this one.  Have you told the executor that the debt was forgiven?  Do you have it in writing?  If you don't have it in writing that the grandfather refused to accept the money and the debt was forgiven, you're going to have a really hard time proving anything.  I'd retain a lawyer if you're going to fight it.\n\nAlso, you should consider if the damages to the family relationships are worth the $60K.  Some family feuds can go on for years and years.
988001
She will have to go through the court process to distribute the assets he has left.  Everything has to go through the state if there is no will.  I would suggest she call an attorney and a certified public accountant.  The attorney will be able to tell her how and where to file papers to the state.  The CPA will tell her what she needs to do to file his final tax return and the Estate Tax Return (if needed).  If he doesn't have much say maybe a house and a car or something small then she shouldn't have to do much.  If he has a lot of stocks, bonds, savings accounts, retirement, etc.  she should definately hire an attorney.  Check your state laws for more specific details of forms and steps to take.  I'm sorry to hear about her loss.  You are a good friend to help her anyway you can.
495301
In FLorida, if your husband died intestate (without a will) then his estate will pass by operation of law to you his spouse.  Any property owned separately, i.e. anything that wasn't jointly owned, would go into probate.  Probate is a process whereby the court looks at all the assets and creditors and pays off the debts before transferring the remainder of the money to you.  IN FLordia there is an expedited probate process for small estates, called a summary probate - I think the value of the estate is something like less than $10000.  Also in FLorida, the home isn't included as it is exempted as Homesteas property.  As for the life insurance money - that is a contract between your husband and the INsurance company.  It is not subject to probate and is paid directly to the beneficiary - whoever that is.  As for his stepchildren, they get nothing unless he specifically provided for them, either by way of insurance or by will.
994868
Well that's up to the kids. Do you mean as far as a burial or cremation? I mean what are you asking? If the person had nothing when they died there is nothing for the kids to get but debt when they bury them. If the Kids don't want to do that the state will put them in a paupers grave some place.
565494
I'm so sorry about your loss.  I've been there and I know it's tough.  Talk to the funeral home and see if they have payment options.  I would advise against taking money out of you company's retirement plan - 401(k).  The penalties (10%) and taxes (15-28%) make it unprofitable.  Plus you lose all the interest/time the money would be working for you.\n\nCheck with your bank.  If you're a good customer, they may make you a personal loan.
700226
I am sorry for your loss and my condolences to you and your family.As long as you or any family member has not co-signed on any of her debts the creditors will have to just eat that debt, as far as their constant harrasment you may want to provide them with a copy of the death certificate or mark the correspondence deceased return to sender and that may get most of them off your back .
608312
The debt should be paid by the ex- wife as long as he is not the co-signer.  Since she is no longer able to pay this debt her estate (belongings, car, house, etc.) will be sold and that money will be sent to the debt collectors.  This means that he will not pay (but the creditors still have his name attached to hers and they do not have their money so they are calling to try to get it) and the debt will be settled when her estate is sold.
875171
Depends.  If you are the BENEFICIARY of the policies, they have no claim on your monies or benefits.  Now, that won't stop slimey debt collectors from trying to trick or guilt you into paying.  You'll have to brush up on fair debt collection laws, tell them to stop calling & harrassing or you'll file a complaint.\n\nBUT, if his ESTATE is the beneficiary, then yes, the monies must pay off all his debts before you can inheirit.  Actually, all his assets must go to pay off any debts before any of the heirs can collect - they only get assets less debts.
685846
I believe you have to pay on any inheritance you receive.\n\nHere's a website that explains it and also has external links for more info:  http://www.answers.com/Inheritance%20Tax
509815
Actually he does not incur any of your debts unless you add his social security number to the account. As with his back taxes. The only way they may legally collect from you is by placing a lien against your property that will have to be paid in the event of a sale. Other than that they have no legal course of action.
672025
You shouldn't have to pay your parents debts after they passed away it isn't your responsibility the bills and such should be gone talk to the creditors they will help you. As for you and your sister its going to be hard to raise your sister but you can do it don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it and take a break or if its too ruff for you if you had family around maybe they can help too. Ill pray for you and God Bless you and your sister.
1003840
Not unless the debt was co-owned by you and your mom. If the estate is in probate and you are the personal representative of the estate, you are protected by the court from that kind of action. You do not own her debt. Her creditors must address their concerns to the estate, not you personally.
535629
Ask an attorney, you don't want to do anything illegal and then get the shaft in the end. I thought that he could write a will and sign his money over to you, that way it's not in his name. Or, you can use it to pay his hospice nurses. But most importantly I would ask a lawyer
736057
The next of kin usually has to pay...........I would talk to a mortuary (funeral home) and talk to them about payment plans, and inexpensive means of burial or cremation. As for a ceremony, there is nothing in the rule books that say you can't have it at home. I would ask the funeral director first and find out for sure....good luck
362507
I would get a second opinion from another solicitor.  By using the term "solicitor", I presume you are in the U.K.  I am not familiar with the laws of your country.  Here in the U.S., property would not pass to the decedent's siblings unless the decedent had no children or grandchildren and did not have a surviving spouse.
1164963
My husband died unexpectedly 3 weeks ago, without a will. I realize this is a brother but it works the same way.\n\nYou need to go to surrogate court.\n Fill out the form for a executor for small estate (as long as the estate is under $20,000).\n You must list all his assets, property and debts. \nThe filing fee is $1.\n In about 2 weeks (for me) you will get a official copy stating you are the executor of the estate. \nYou must liquefy all assets, pay off all debts starting with his funeral expenses. \nOnce that is paid, you pay off any credit cards or bills he has. After that is done, the remaining monies are distributed to his heirs. \n\nSurrogate court will be very happy to answer any of your questions but...they will not give out legal advice.
1121788
yes, unless there was a written agreement that the debt is discharged if the creditor dies.  The money will need to be paid to the estate of the dad person.  Continue sending the payments as you have in the past and the executor of the estate will let you know where to send them in the future.