Bankruptcy Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions about Bankruptcy

Many people who are facing grave financial issues, often have doubts about bankruptcy. It is therefore important to clear all your doubts related to it. Here are some FAQs about bankruptcy: What is Personal Bankruptcy? Personal bankruptcy offers 2 options mostly for individuals and couples; under Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Both cases are designed to help people who are unable to pay their debts and get a fresh start. However, both options operate differently and are suitable for people with varying economic needs. What is The Difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? Chapter 7 bankruptcy [...]

2023-06-27T05:04:30+00:00

Means Test of Bankruptcy

Before you want to file for bankruptcy, you may be required to take the means test. The means test can help you conclude the type of bankruptcy that you are eligible for – so in case that you pass this test, you can file for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and if you do not clear this, you are still eligible to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy. The means test has to be calculated precisely so as to know which chapter to file the bankruptcy case against. Typically, there are two types of personal bankruptcies. Chapter 7– In this chapter of bankruptcy, most of the debtor’s assets are liquidated by a bankruptcy [...]

2023-06-27T05:21:16+00:00

Shattering Common Myths about Bankruptcy

Money lending is an immensely monetary satisfying business. One of the major reasons why credit card companies and other private lenders thrive is because of the fact that people once used to live beyond their means are a golden goose. They ensure that you are always in debt so that they can make money off you. The biggest way to do this by making bankruptcy, which incidentally, is the best legal resort to get your debts waived off, as one the worst thing to happen to you. To dispel false ideas about bankruptcy, Sacramento based law firm Recovery [...]

2019-05-06T09:59:32+00:00

Bankruptcy Basics for Federal Bankruptcy Laws

Federal bankruptcy laws and the bankruptcy process in entirety is one of the ways to offer a new lease of life to people who have been struggling to make ends meet and clear their dues. This kind of a situation can come in anyone’s life due to some miscalculated risks and financial decisions. However, it is not the end of the world as bankruptcy laws offer a chance for people to redeem themselves. Basics of bankruptcy include: […]

2021-12-08T06:33:01+00:00

Bankruptcy Exemptions: An Overview

Filing for bankruptcy is a last resort for many people struggling immensely with financial issues and non-payment of dues. In this trying time, bankruptcy exemptions play a massive role in both chapter 7 & chapter 13 bankruptcy. While exemptions in chapter 7 bankruptcy help determine how much property can you keep, those in chapter 13 are used to keep your repayment plan payments low. Before delving deeper, it is important to know about bankruptcy exemptions. […]

2019-05-06T09:28:39+00:00

Worried About Bankruptcy? Here’s an Overview of Exemptions Granted during Bankruptcy

What if an investment you thought was your ticket to millions causes your downfall? Unable to pay your debts, many people and/or companies file for bankruptcy which offers them a lifeline. Your assets and liabilities are assessed by court trustees and judges to conclude whether your debts could be discharged. However, there are some bankruptcy exemptions too, which are used to determine how much property you can keep. […]

2019-05-06T09:27:19+00:00