Will my new husband’s bankruptcy effect my credit at all if all of his debt is solely under his name?
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Will my new husband’s bankruptcy effect my credit at all if all of his debt is solely under his name?
My husband and I just got married but before we met, he had a large amount of debt. Can he file for bankruptcy seperately or do we have to file jointly?
Asked on April 13, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Indiana
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
He can file bankruptcy separately for his debt but unfortunately his marital assets will be included in his bankruptcy and this will impact your credit score and ability to obtain proper credit. Now that you are married you need to decide if it is preferable to help pay off his debt or seek the advice of counsel on your own.
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