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Is Bankruptcy Filing Possible If I Have Equity In My Home?

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy filing is possible even if you have equity in your house. However, if you cannot protect it through exemption, you might end up losing it. There are various factors that determine what will happen to the equity. These include the bankruptcy chapter, the duration of ownership, and the state of federal exemption you are using. Both Chapter 7 and chapter 13 allow you to exempt certain equity in your home. However, the non-exempt equity is treated differently in both these chapters. In Chapter 7 bankruptcy, any non-exempt property is handed over to the bankruptcy trustee [...]

2023-04-14T09:01:48+00:00
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Is Bankruptcy Filing Possible Even If I Can’t Leave The House Due To Coronavirus?

Call: 888-297-6203 Desperate times require desperate measures. Considering that the COVID-19 pandemic has made it difficult for people to step out, the rules for filing for bankruptcy have also been amended. Thanks to the temporarily changing of rules, many courts now allow bankruptcy lawyers to represent their quarantined clients. So, the primary step to getting a bankruptcy discharge is hiring an adequate bankruptcy lawyer. Since you cannot step out to look for one, you can ask your friends, neighbors, or family members for references. You can also find a lawyer using the online directory or through the State [...]

2022-03-22T06:09:20+00:00
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Basics Of Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 If you planning to file for bankruptcy, the first and foremost step is to understand what bankruptcy is and the details about it. It is important for you to know the in and out before you plan to go ahead with it. Here, you will find all the details that you need to know about bankruptcy- Types of bankruptcy Difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Under what circumstances should you file for which Chapter Exemptions that you can or cannot get The various tests for qualifying for each chapter However, if you decide on going [...]

2023-04-14T08:53:42+00:00
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Understanding Secured Claims In Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Usually, when individuals file for bankruptcy, they owe a significant amount of debt to their creditors. This outstanding balance is the claim that creditors assert as their own. However, this claim is different from a secured claim. The latter is a debt secured or guaranteed by a property. While paying a debt through bankruptcy, the court sends a notice informing the creditors of a deadline by which they need to submit a ‘proof of claim’ form. This form describes the type of debt (what it is for), the amount owed by the bankruptcy filer, whether the [...]

2023-04-14T08:49:56+00:00
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Effect Of Bankruptcy On Your Credit

Call: 888-297-6203 People contemplating bankruptcy filing are often worried about how it will affect their credit score. However, if your credit is already underwater, bankruptcy would not significantly affect it. In fact, it may help you improve it in the long run. People with good credit scores might see a huge drop in the same after filing for bankruptcy. Though the bankruptcy chapter does not make much difference in your credit score, some creditors might consider you a better credit risk if you filed for bankruptcy under chapter 13. This is because you repaid some of your debts [...]

2023-03-30T10:20:12+00:00
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All You Need To Know About Bankruptcy Exemptions

Call: 888-297-6203 When you file for bankruptcy, the prima facie focus is on the exemptions that you can get under Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Hence, these play a very significant role in both Chapters. Chapter 7 – Under this Chapter, based on the exemption applicable, you get to keep or surrender your assets and property. Chapter 13 – However, under this Chapter, based on the exemption you get, you are liable to pay your unsecured debts to the creditors. If you are looking to benefit from the exemptions and get a better chance at it, it is [...]

2023-04-14T08:51:55+00:00
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Differentiating Between Chapter 7 And Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Individuals struggling with debts have the option of filing for bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or chapter 13. To know more about bankruptcy discharge in Los Angeles and the difference between the two chapters, call 888-297-6203. Chapter 7 bankruptcy Also known as liquidation bankruptcy, Chapter 7 can be filed by individuals and business entities whose disposable income is less than the state's median income. Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows you to keep home equity through homestead exemption, insurance, ERISA-qualified retirement plans, personal property up to a specified dollar amount, and public benefits like social security and unemployment benefits. [...]

2023-04-14T08:44:27+00:00
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Can You Keep Your Property If You File For Bankruptcy Under Chapter 13?

Call: 888-297-6203 Yes, if you file for bankruptcy under chapter 13, you can keep all your Property by paying a certain amount for it. This means you can either protect or get an exemption on a percentage of equity on your property to maintain your home as well as your job. In fact, you can even keep your non-exempt property (eg Boat, a luxury item, card collection) from being surrendered if you agree to pay for it through your Chapter 13 Repayment Plan. You can also protect your property which is on collateral. But for that, you must [...]

2023-04-14T08:41:07+00:00
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Bankruptcy Filing In 2022

Call: 888-297-6203 The past two years have wreaked havoc on several lives, and it is no wonder that several people struggling with their finances consider filing for bankruptcy. However, before you contemplate that, you need to know the basics regarding the process. The federal law established the bankruptcy system to help people struggling with debts get a fresh financial start. Different states provide different bankruptcy exemptions which allow you to protect some equity in your home, car, retirement account, household furnishings, etc. However, luxury properties like boats, artwork, jewelry, rental property, stocks, and bonds are usually not exempted. [...]

2023-04-14T08:42:11+00:00
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What To Expect In Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 If financial problems are plaguing you, a bankruptcy filing is an easy way to get rid of debts. However, there are some limitations to the process. Bankruptcy can help halt the collection process, including wage garnishment and eliminate some types of debts (medical bills, personal loans, credit card debt, etc.). Unfortunately, some debts like student loans, spousal and child support, alimony, tax debts, etc. You can wipe some of your debts to get a fresh financial start when you file for bankruptcy. Depending on your income, debts, and assets, you can file for bankruptcy under Chapter [...]

2022-03-16T04:33:17+00:00
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