Bankruptcy Chapter 7

Who Is A Bankruptcy Trustee?

Call: 888-297-6203 Whether it be a chapter 7 bankruptcy case or chapter 13 bankruptcy case, there will be a bankruptcy trustee appointed to your case, who will have various rules and obligations. He or she will oversee your entire case and help the court make a judgment. The bankruptcy estate and the bankruptcy trustee To understand what a bankruptcy trustee does, you will first have to know what bankruptcy estate is. It is created after a debtor files for bankruptcy and it consists of all the debtor’s non-exempt properties. It has its separate role in the case. A bankruptcy [...]

2023-06-15T06:48:03+00:00

FAQs Of Chapter 7

Call: 888-297-6203 1) Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a legal process of eliminating your debts and obtaining a fresh start. Though most of the debts can be eliminated by chapter 7, there are some exceptions like student loans and certain taxes which cannot be eliminated. 2) Time is taken for Chapter 7 An average-case in Chapter 7 takes about 3 months from filing. The time taken to file for chapter 7 is normally 3 business days or it can be even lesser. It depends on how fast you submit your documents and complete your online credit [...]

2023-05-19T07:29:12+00:00

Stripping Off Mortgage Lien In Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 If you are struggling with debt, you often take out multiple mortgages on your home. However, if your home is underwater and you file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you can get rid of junior mortgages. This can be done by lien stripping. The primary mortgage is a secured debt, while all secondary and subsequent mortgages are treated as unsecured debt. When you file for chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must pay your debts through a repayment plan. The priority of debts is secured debts, unsecured priority debts (alimony, child support, unpaid taxes), followed by unsecured debts (credit [...]

2023-05-29T12:39:39+00:00

How Can You File For Bankruptcy If You Are Unemployed?

Call: 888-297-6203 You can file for bankruptcy when you are unemployed, it is especially for people who lost their job and are looking for debt relief. Filing for chapter 7 and chapter 13 can help you get debt relief even if you are unemployed. Which chapter to choose for you all depends on your total debt, your income, and how you are going to repay if you file for chapter 13. When filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you need to pass the means test, and if you qualify you can get all or some of the debts discharged. [...]

2023-05-29T13:22:47+00:00

Is A Court Proceeding Required After Filing For Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 A lot of people apply for bankruptcy just to get away from a stressful life. Be it the loss of a job, illness, divorce, or anything as such. The thought of going to court after all this stress becomes another tension. 1) Mostly Chapter 7 does not require going to court Chapter 7 helps free you from your financial tensions, and not add another pressure on you. It is mandatory to appear at the 341 meetings or the meeting of creditors. But in very rare cases does going to a courtroom take place if you apply [...]

2023-05-19T07:20:46+00:00

What Is The Right Time To File For Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 Filing for bankruptcy gives you a second chance at life but you should not file at the first sign of financial distress because it has both long-term and short-term consequences. Before filing, you need to do these things- Stick to a budget Talk to your creditors and try making a payment plan. Go for credit counseling. Doing these things will give you a better perspective of your financial situation and help you make the decision better. What is bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is a process where you can get rid of some or all debts with the help [...]

2023-05-29T13:19:06+00:00

What Happens When Military Members File For Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 Members of the military involved in active duty, protecting the homeland, or sent overseas, have special protections accorded to them in case of monetary problems and bankruptcy. The Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is a federal law designed to protect the rights of the servicemembers in case of civil actions, including a bankruptcy filing. What is SCRA? The SCRA is an act that allows servicemembers to focus their energies on the defense of the country while it takes care of any administrative proceedings which may cause them to lose focus. This is done by temporarily suspending [...]

2023-04-21T12:03:11+00:00

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

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

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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