For the past three years, my husband has owed over $150,000 in taxes due to undeclared income. We have been married for seven years. We have a prenuptial agreement with separate property. I own a house in my name only and have a $200,000 mortgage. I also own a car in my name. All my furniture is registered in my name. I also have a $100,000 GIC investment in my name. If my husband decides to declare bankruptcy because he cannot repay his tax debts, will I lose my investment, my house, or my car?
It depends on any transfers, in goods or money, that may have taken place between the two of you. A person who doesn't pay their taxes cannot benefit another.
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