If My Spouse Files For Personal Bankruptcy And I Do Not And We Filed Jointly For

2010-03-29

Hello, You cannot be held responsible for your spouse's income tax debt.  You would only be liable for joint debts.  For example, if you were co-borrowers on a line of credit or have companion credit cards for a visa or mastercard account you would be jointly liable for those debts. Brad Milne CIRP Brandon, Manitoba

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