Elderly couple faces inheritance and care costs dilemma
An elderly couple in their 80s is concerned about potential care costs and inheritance issues. The husband refuses to put the wife's name on the property deeds.
Why it matters
The wife may face financial liability if the husband requires care and inheritance laws apply.
Property ownership concerns
The husband has refused to add the wife's name to the property deeds despite her financial contribution.
Common questions
Can the wife be held responsible for care costs if the husband passes away?
It depends on inheritance laws and whether the wife is named in the will or property deeds.
Sources
- My husband isn't leaving me anything in his will. Would I be on the hook for fees if he goes into care? This is Money · thisismoney.co.uk
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