Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Differences Between Chapter 7 And Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 While going through financial problems, people often look up to bankruptcy filing as a means to get rid of their debt. However, consumers can file under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. There are differences in how the debts are treated in these two chapters. Moreover, the qualification criteria also differ for these chapters. As a result, it is important to understand the differences between these two chapters. Benefits of Chapter 7 bankruptcy This bankruptcy chapter is complete in 3-6 months compared to chapter 13, which takes around 3-5 years. Most of the dischargeable debts, including [...]

2023-05-19T07:12:56+00:00
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Can Taxes Owed To IRS Be Discharged In Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy filing is a tough but necessary decision, especially if you struggle with a huge debt. Loss of a job, sudden medical expenses, or a messy divorce can lead to an unexpected monetary crunch. If you are facing difficulty in managing finances and have creditors hounding you, seeking consultation from a bankruptcy attorney is advised. One of the major concerns is whether taxes owed to IRS can be discharged on bankruptcy filing? For this, you need to fulfill certain conditions. The 3-year rule: As per Bankruptcy Code 507(a)(8)(A)(i), taxes become due on April 15 of the [...]

2023-06-27T07:28:49+00:00
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Filing Process

Call: 888-297-6203 The complete process of filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy takes about 3 to 4 months. Before going forward, the first thing you need to do is determine whether chapter 7 is the right option for you. 1) Evaluate your debt You need to see the kind of debts you have. You need to see if your debts are dischargeable or non-dischargeable. In the case of non-dischargeable debts, chapter 7 is not the best option. 2) Probability of a property loss When applying in Chapter 7, there is a potential to lose property too. The trustee, to [...]

2023-05-19T07:22:38+00:00
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Understanding The Basics Of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Filing for bankruptcy under Chapter 13 puts an automatic stay in place that prevents creditor actions, including wage garnishments, foreclosure, and repossession. Apart from this, the other benefits of this chapter include lowering payment for unsecured non-priority debts (credit card balance, medical bills, personal loans, etc.), catching up on past due payments, etc. While Chapter 7 can get you a discharge earlier and without paying anything to the creditors, qualifying for this chapter is easier said than done. If you fail the Means test, Chapter 13 is the best way to get rid of your debts. [...]

2023-05-29T12:27:31+00:00
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The Reality Of Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Filing for bankruptcy is time taking process that will require a lot of hard work from your side too but it might be the best solution for you if you have a lot of debt and want to start a new fresh life. Some of the benefits of filing for bankruptcy are- It stops collection efforts or harassment of the creditors. It stops debt lawsuits from creditors. Stopping Wage garnishment (your creditor taking payments directly from your paycheck) Stops foreclosure if your property is not yet sold. It also stops repossessions of some property( in chapter [...]

2023-05-29T12:50:46+00:00
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Bankruptcy And Discrimination- What You Need To Know

Call: 888-297-6203 Federal law is clear on discrimination against people who are in debt whether it be government or private agencies. It is illegal for the government and private agencies to discriminate against people who- Was/is in debt Cannot pay the debt before or during a bankruptcy case. Got their debts discharged during the case. History in bankruptcy discrimination. The US constitution grants the federal government the power to set bankruptcy laws and it is uniform in all 50 states. Bankruptcy is a national matter, so any case can come up in the US supreme court as well. [...]

2023-05-29T13:21:46+00:00
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What To Expect In Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 1) Meeting an Attorney The most important step before filing bankruptcy is meeting with the right attorney who will help you with all of your problems and will give you the right choices. You can also contact Recovery Law Group from Los Angeles & Dallas, TX for the Same. Contact - (888-297-6203). 2) Deciding of the Chapter to file in Another important decision you need to make is deciding whether you need to file for chapter 7 or chapter 13. Both are good in their sense and have their advantages and disadvantages. Chapter 13 will give [...]

2023-06-05T12:01:49+00:00
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Do You Have A Domestic Support Obligation? – This Is What You Need To Know

Call: 888-297-6203 Whether you file for bankruptcy under chapter 7 or 13, discharging a domestic support obligation is not possible. However, filing for bankruptcy can help you to reduce your overall debts which can ultimately help you pay off your support obligation. 1. How to manage your monthly support obligation while you file for bankruptcy – When you file for bankruptcy, all your payments (excluding a few) go on automatic stay – which is that the creditors cannot harass you anymore for payments until the court passes a judgment. However, the stay does not include a domestic support [...]

2023-04-21T12:02:14+00:00
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What Do You Mean By Bankruptcy And All That You Need To Know About It?

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy is when you file a case in federal court to help you or your business to get rid of your debt and repay your creditors. There are 2 basic types- Liquidation/ chapter 7 Reorganization/ chapter 11/ chapter 12/ chapter 13 Among these two, the most commonly filed are chapter 7 also known as liquidation where you may have to sell almost all your assets to repay your debts, and chapter 13 also known as reorganization where you are allowed to keep your assets in return for you repaying most or all of the debts within [...]

2023-06-27T07:17:41+00:00
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What Will Happen To Credit Card Debt In Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 Credit cards are often used by everyone, it may be because it has several benefits that come with them and when you have the money you pay it off. Sudden unemployment or pandemic like Covid 19 can make you use your card for necessities and can’t even pay for it. This has a solution, if you qualify to apply for chapter 7 bankruptcy, then your credit card debts can easily be discharged. There are 2 types of credit card accounts and bankruptcy affects each differently- Unsecured credit account- the majority of credit cards and departmental store [...]

2023-05-29T12:29:45+00:00
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