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Chapter 13 Or Wage Earner Plan

Call: 888-297-6203 The wage-earner plan is a nickname given to Chapter 13 bankruptcy. The reason to give this name to the chapter 13 bankruptcy is due to the characteristics of the bankruptcy chapter. Unlike Chapter 7, Chapter 13 focuses on clearing as much as debt possible using a reliable source of income through the next 3-5 years. The tenure depends on the debt and the disposable income. There is a misconception that a wage-earner plan does not result in a discharge. However, there can be a discharge if the future disposable income isn’t sufficient to repay some of [...]

2023-03-22T09:38:22+00:00
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All That You Need To Know About An Automatic Stay

Call: 888-297-6203 When an individual file for bankruptcy, an automatic stay is automatically put into effect. With the help of the stay, the debtor is no longer harassed by the creditors in terms of wage garnishment or collection calls. However, this is only temporary and can be pleaded by the creditors to be lifted as well. The function and working of an automatic stay An automatic stay is recognized under section 362 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. The filer does not need to apply for this separately. When they file for bankruptcy, it gets into effect automatically. [...]

2023-06-26T07:02:57+00:00
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy – Encyclopedia

Call: 888-297-6203 Chapter 13 is a bankruptcy form that is not so popular but is a good alternative for many. People with consistent income can consider this bankruptcy chapter to safeguard their assets and payout as much debt as possible. Chapter 13 allows for a repayment plan with restructured debt and much more practical EMIs. There might be a discharge however it is almost negligible compared to the one in Chapter 7. The tenure for the repayment can be 3-5 years. The emphasis in chapter 13 is to calculate the net disposable household income and utilize the same [...]

2023-06-26T07:25:55+00:00
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What Happens After Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy can be a nightmare or a relief after nightmare for many. There are a few important events that occur after bankruptcy. Such events can be listed as follows- Liquidating or preventing the liquidation of assets The first step after bankruptcy is to either prevent the assets from liquidation or to notify the lenders/bankruptcy trustee to liquidate the assets. If the bankruptcy filer must prevent an asset from being liquidated, this is the critical moment to do so, or it can be liquidated, or the lien might be exercised by the lender on the same. For [...]

2023-03-22T09:45:33+00:00
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Bankruptcy: Things To Know

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy is a very popular topic today. Not favorable but not avoidable as well sometimes. There could be multiple views about bankruptcy as a means of escaping debt, misusing it to discharge debts, etc., it sometimes is a big-time savior for many poor people. Here are a few important things to know about bankruptcy- Bankruptcy has big long-term impacts that can range up to 10 years hence, it is essential to thoroughly evaluate all alternate options before opting for bankruptcy. If you need help in evaluating bankruptcy and its alternatives do not hesitate to dial 888-297-6203 [...]

2023-06-26T07:06:40+00:00
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Impact Of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy On Your Tax Return

Call: 888-297-6203 Chapter 7 bankruptcy can have a significant impact on your personal income tax return. Before filing bankruptcy, it is important to note the status of your federal income tax return, whether you owe taxes or you are expecting a refund or any other financial aspect associated with your federal income tax return. If you are filing for bankruptcy, it is essential to disclose all the tax return-related information in the respective schedules and statements appropriately to minimize any errors. Things to keep in mind while filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy Firstly, the bankruptcy filer must be [...]

2023-06-27T08:46:07+00:00
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Chapter 11 vs Chapter 13

Call: 888-297-6203 Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 are two very similar bankruptcy chapters. The major difference between the two chapters is that Chapter 13 is exclusively for individuals while Chapter 11 is open for businesses as well as individuals. Also, there is a ceiling for unsecured and secured debt in Chapter 13 which is absent in Chapter 11. Chapter 11 can also be regarded as an expedited Chapter 13 in many situations as the process of bankruptcy under Chapter 11 is usually very swift. The reason for this higher fees, private bankruptcy trustee, faster processing, etc. Chapter 11 [...]

2023-06-26T07:16:26+00:00
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Bankruptcy: A To Z Explained

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy can be summarized broadly across a few questions. These questions are listed below to enhance our knowledge about bankruptcy and determine some key aspects of the same. More details on bankruptcy and a bankruptcy attorney in full can be obtained on the website https://recoverylawgroup.com/bankruptcy/. The list of questions can be as follows- How do you file? Just like some of the government or legal procedures, a list of documents along with a form needs to be submitted to the bankruptcy court while filing for bankruptcy. It is very important to make sure that the documents [...]

2023-03-22T09:11:07+00:00
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Credit Card Suits And Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 A credit card company might file a lawsuit against its customer to obtain a lien against any of the assets to recoup its dues. This lawsuit usually can only be prevented by filing for bankruptcy under chapter 7 or chapter 13. Credit card companies want to recover their investment by all means and filing a lawsuit to recover is one of them. Apart from obtaining a lien on the asset that makes it difficult for the debtor to sell or preserve the asset during the bankruptcy process or otherwise, the suit can have a significant impact [...]

2023-03-30T11:57:25+00:00
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Impact Of Bankruptcy On Credit Score

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy can have several impacts some good some not so great. The good can be relief from the pestering lenders for recouping their investment, some discharge, some new starts on a clean slate, and what not. However, the biggest drawback in bankruptcy is with respect to the credit score. A credit score is hurt significantly during bankruptcy. The impact can depend on chapter 7 or chapter 13 and the net discharged amount. The higher the amount discharged, the bigger damage it leads to the credit score. To know more about the flaws and advantages of bankruptcy [...]

2023-03-30T11:58:56+00:00
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