Typically you are only responsible for the debts of your spouse if he or she dies. I liked this post in the Wills, Trusts & Estate blog regarding what you should know, and do, if you have a relative (parent, usually) who dies with debt: http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/trusts_estates_prof/2010/09/what-to-do-when-your-relative-dies-with-debt.html.
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oh read it's so great!
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Interesting article. This should definitely help a few people!
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