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Basics Of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy filers often are confused regarding which bankruptcy chapter is the best. While chapter 7 offers to get rid of all possible debts without paying for anything, other options are available. Businesses (sole proprietorship, corporations, or partnerships) who wish to stay operational and avoid liquidation can file under bankruptcy Chapter 11. Sole proprietors also have the option of filing under chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows individuals and sole proprietors to protect their property from foreclosure by catching up on past due payments through the repayment plan. You can also keep any non-exempt property if [...]

2023-05-05T07:06:06+00:00

Federal Rules Followed In A Bankruptcy Procedure

Call: 888-297-6203 When an individual files for bankruptcy, he gets the benefit to discharge most of his debts. Alternatively, if they file under chapter 7, they can discharge their debts by repaying the creditors equally by selling the assets. This way, if the full due value is not paid back also, at least the creditors get their dues equally. Under certain bankruptcy proceedings, the court asks the debtor to continue his business and generate revenue to pay off their debts. Alternatively, the debtor can completely free themselves of any debts by selling off their assets and using the [...]

2023-05-19T06:27:33+00:00

Is It Possible To File For Bankruptcy Twice?

Call: 888-297-6203 If there is a proper time between two filings, a person can file for bankruptcy twice. They also need to see if the first case was discharged. A normal waiting period of 2 years is applied but it gets longer depending on the type of bankruptcy you filed first and the one you are planning to file now. The waiting period to file for a second time is affected by factors such as the result of the first bankruptcy (whether it was discharged or dismissed), the type of bankruptcy that was filed the first time, the [...]

2023-11-30T07:05:23+00:00

All That You Must Know About Bankruptcy Basics

Call: 888-297-6203 The Bankruptcy Code, enacted in 1978 and codified as Title 11 of the United States Code, is the uniform federal law that is empowered to govern all bankruptcy cases. This code has been amended several times. The Bankruptcy Rules govern all the procedures of the Bankruptcy process and are the same for all. In each judicial district of the country, there is a separate bankruptcy court. A state consists of one or more districts. And each bankruptcy court has its own clerk's office. The United States Bankruptcy Judge is the official decision-making power in the court. [...]

2023-06-27T05:59:18+00:00

Let Us Know More About Bankruptcy Petition

Call: 888-297-6203 The first step when you file for bankruptcy is to complete the bankruptcy petition. The petition includes multiple forms that need details of all your debts, assets, incomes, and expenses. Once you file a petition the creditors are stopped from taking any more money from you. A petition can be filed for either Chapter 7 or chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 13 will help you clear your debts where you can keep some of your assets, while chapter 7 will allow you to quickly clear your debts by selling your assets. It is advisable to talk to [...]

2023-06-05T12:59:19+00:00

Why Should One File For Chapter 13 Instead Of Chapter 7?

Call: 888-297-6203 Sometimes repaying debt over time in a planned way is more beneficial than selling off your Assets and repaying debt. This comparison will help you understand better. Chapter 13 is more beneficial if you are under the following circumstances: 1) You don't qualify for Chapter 7 You have to undergo and pass means test to qualify for Chapter 7. Not everyone can. If a Debtor's income is high and exceeds the state's median income, and they have disposable income to repay debt, they might not qualify. 2) Debt repayment is your primary goal In a chapter [...]

2023-05-19T06:30:38+00:00

Everything You Wanted To Know About Bankruptcy Debt Discharge

Call: 888-297-6203 Before filing for bankruptcy, it is important to learn a few things about it. Individuals filing for bankruptcy get a discharge order which removes their personal liability for certain debts. Once a debt is discharged, the creditor cannot indulge in collection actions for the same. However, if the debt is secured by a lien, the creditor can recover the property secured by it. Unfortunately, not all debts are discharged in bankruptcy. The discharge timing depends on the chapter of bankruptcy. Usually, in the case of chapter 7, the discharge is granted around 3-6 months of petition [...]

2023-06-27T06:06:46+00:00

What Is Cash Collateral In Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 In business bankruptcy, cash collateral is a frequently used term. According to lawyers of Dallas based law firm, collateral is a property against which you get a loan. Thus, the lender has a lien on the property. Examples of collateral include house which secures the mortgage, car that secures the vehicle loan, and jewelry that secures loan received from the pawnbroker. In case of a secured loan, when you pay back the amount owed, the lender releases the lien on the property. However, if you default on it, the lender can take the property and sell [...]

2023-04-21T12:09:50+00:00

Is Filing For Bankruptcy A Good Idea?

Call: 888-297-6203 People struggling with financial problems are often at their wit’s end and file for bankruptcy. While bankruptcy is an excellent way to get rid of your debts, it is important to weigh your options before filing for bankruptcy. There can be several situations when bankruptcy filing may not be of much help to you. Two of the most common bankruptcy chapters are chapter 7 (liquidation of assets) and chapter 13 (repaying debts through a 3-5 years repayment plan). Though both take different ways to reduce your financial burden, they affect your credit report and future lifestyle. [...]

2023-05-30T13:10:48+00:00

Difference Between Chapter 7 And Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Depending on how much money you make, you'll either be qualified to have your debt wiped out in Chapter 7, or enter into a repayment plan in chapter 13. Both chapter 7 and chapter 13 will offer you solutions to get back on your financial front. Apart from having some similarities between both the chapters like state exemption allowing you to keep a certain amount of property, there are a lot of differences between the two chapters. Chapter 7 works if you don't make a lot of money at the end of the month, or if [...]

2023-05-29T12:42:44+00:00
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