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Can an entire IRS debt be paid by the estate of a deceased or must it be split between the estate and the surviving spouse?

Because you filed a joint return you also owe the debt.  Consult a tax …

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Daniel D. Bowen, Attorney At Law answered 11 months ago

What to do if I am a co-signer for a student loan and the primary borrower isn't making payments on time like she said she would?

  You need to speak with an attorney. You may be a co-signer or a …

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Darren Delafield answered 1 year ago

What happens when you have a judgement against you?

  You should consult with a lawyer to see if you are "judgment proof." The …

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Darren Delafield answered 1 year ago

How do I set up a payment plan to pay off civil judgements against me to clear debts off of my record?

A Virginia General District Court Judge does not have authority to order a repayment …

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Darren Delafield answered 1 year ago

Is it legal for a collection agency to charge a 6% daily interest rate?

If Virginia law applies, Virginia has a complicated set of usury laws which set …

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Darren Delafield answered 1 year ago