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Debts After Death

Insolvent businessman having difficulty raising finance for investment

Americans are, quite literally, getting buried in debt, with nearly half expecting to pass away with outstanding debts. As a rule, a person’s debts do not go away when they die. Some types of debt, such as federal student loans, are typically forgiven upon the debtor’s death. However, private loans and cosigned account holders may […]