<prompt> Human: Should I just ignore it? Once the estate closes, any creditors are SOL right? Its been reported to the credit bureau lol. Total amount due is 153. EDIT: Okay I just called them and they told me the debt is under my dads and brothers names. They said they couldnt tell me anything else. Now I think I understand what is happening; my brother and my father had a joint checking account where my dad would add money to it whenever he needed it for college. My brother likely never removed my fathers name from the account. Also he has been squandering his inheritance and I think he is running out of money. I bet this is a debt that he has incurred recently and they turned to my father to collect because he is still listed on the account. Now its making sense! Thanks for all the funny and thoughtful responses!  <response>: They can try to guilt you into paying it, but you have no obligation to pay it, and they have no legal means of compelling payment. 