Q: I received a bequest from a will . I have filed personal insolvency. Am I able to gift this to my husband who is not nam
husband is not named in the insolvency. we'd like to use it to pay a bill.
A: Depends on whether you received the bequest before or after you filed bankruptcy.
A: If you filed Bankruptcy, the Trustee owns whatever you inherit. Your lawyer should have told you this. Leave it alone or face no discharge, or even a federal crime. Prepare for the creditor's meeting.
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By the express provisions of Section (5), (6) and (7) of the Bankruptcy Code, the bankruptcy "estate" includes any and all property interests to which you become entitled within 180 days of the filing of your bankruptcy petition ( Chapter 7) or to which you become entitled during your bankruptcy (e.g., a Ch. 13 case which may last for up to five years.
Your question does not offer these critical dates or the type of your bankruptcy to enable a reliable response.
Confer with your bankruptcy attorney about this without delay.
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In most cases, when you are under personal insolvency, any assets you receive, such as a bequest from a will, are typically considered part of your insolvency estate. This means they may be used to pay off your creditors, depending on the laws in your jurisdiction. Before taking any action, it’s crucial to understand how the bequest will be treated under insolvency rules where you live.
Gifting the inheritance to your husband could potentially raise legal concerns. Insolvency laws are designed to ensure that creditors have access to your assets, and transferring assets to someone else could be viewed as an attempt to avoid paying your debts. This could result in legal consequences, including the possibility of the transaction being reversed.
To protect yourself, it’s a good idea to review the terms of your insolvency arrangement and the inheritance laws in your area. You might need to seek guidance from a trusted legal professional to understand your obligations and options fully. Taking the right steps now can help avoid complications later.
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