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1/23/10, 1:30 pm

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My husband and I are separated. I got scammed for $40,000 trying to start a business to support myself. Can I file for bankruptcy for my personal debt and not affect his credit?

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Your filing will not effect his credit. Credit is based on the social security number which is separate for each person...

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Matthew Nahrgang

Absolutely. However, if he is a co-debtor, then he will still be reponsible for the debt. Please feel free to contact ...

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James Monaghan

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