Plainwell, MI asked in Bankruptcy for Michigan

Q: If I'm married and my wife wants to file for bankruptcy on credit cards only in her name will my credit be affected?

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Trent Harris
Trent Harris
Answered
  • Jackson, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: No. But if you have joint debts then the fact that your wife filed bankruptcy on a joint debt might show up on that debt’s trade line in your credit report.

As always, you get what you pay for. Be sure to talk to a qualified attorney about your specific situation before choosing to rely on information you get from internet discussion boards such as this one.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
Answered
  • Bankruptcy Lawyer
  • Louisville, KY

A: No.

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