What is the name of your state? California
My 24 yr old son left some debt and
we've heard that next of kin is responsible for paying them.
MY RESPONSE: That is absolutely, unequivocally, incorrect. In California, the only person who would continue to be responsible would be the spouse, not the "kin."
He has no will and no assets to speak of. How do we handle creditors?
MY RESPONSE: In the absense of a spouse, then all you need to do is send the creditors copies of the Certificate of Death. Then, it's all over for the creditors.
IAAL