QUESTION
Am I responsible for any debts my husband has only in his name such as credit cards and a bank loan for property he has up for sale?
Asked on Mar 17th, 2013 on Divorce - Florida
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Generally, if the debts were incurred during the marriage then they are community debts that are divisible upon dissolution. The rule is that the party who takes the asset also assumes the debt that goes with it. You should consult a family law attorney to review all of the facts and advise you how the debts are likely to be divided.
Answered on Mar 18th, 2013 at 4:26 PM
Generally, you are responsible for all debts incurred during marriage unless you had no knowledge of them or the other spouse took the benefits of the debt and didn't share them in the household. This stuff probably will require the help of an attorney in your community
Answered on Mar 18th, 2013 at 4:26 PM
John Arthur Smitten
Debts in his name are in reality his
Answered on Mar 18th, 2013 at 4:25 PM
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If the debts were in incurred during the marriage you are jointly responsible for them no matter whose name they are in
Answered on Mar 18th, 2013 at 4:25 PM