QUESTION
If we don’t sell property that dad owned do we still have to pay medical and credit cards in his name
Asked on Apr 10th, 2019 on Wills and Probate - Michigan
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My dad died I’m the personal representative all he has is his house and property it’s on. I do not want to sell. He has two credit cards and medical bills. Do I legally have to pay those?
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Yes. The house does not pass out of the estate until the bills are paid. That would be theft. See a local probate attorney for Michigan specific requirements.
Answered on Apr 11th, 2019 at 5:18 AM
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