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Raymond and his wife Sandra own their primary residence in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, as joint tenants. A creditor obtains a judgment against Raymond alone for an unpaid business debt. How much of the home's equity is protected under Alabama's homestead exemption for a married couple?

Correct Answer

D) $30,000

Under Code of Alabama §6-10-2, married couples are entitled to a homestead exemption of $30,000 on their primary residence, protecting that amount of equity from most creditor claims. Because Raymond and Sandra are married and this is their primary residence, the $30,000 married-couple exemption applies.

Answer Options
A
$60,000
B
$15,000
C
$20,000
D
$30,000

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