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remaining debt of deceased individual
When my mother dies is her power of attorney responsible to pay her credit card debt?
Asked on June 11, 2009 under Estate Planning, Montana
Answers:
N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
No. The power of attorney ends when your mother dies. Also, the person who has power of attorney is not personally liable for someone else's debt.
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