If my mother has died and the funeral home wants $9000, am I as the executor personally liable?
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If my mother has died and the funeral home wants $9000, am I as the executor personally liable?
She was on Medicaid with debts and no resources.
Asked on April 13, 2012 under Estate Planning, Georgia
Answers:
Eric Ridley / Law Offices of Eric Ridley
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You are never liable for someone else's debts. However, if you spend estate money on yourself before settling your mother's estate, then you may be personally liable.
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