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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: What Is The Tradeoff?

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy is a great tool to allow for a new beginning after a disastrous financial situation. Chapter 7 looks like a tempting prospect for many bankruptcy filers especially if they are eligible for chapter 7 and have a good number of dischargeable debts. However, it is not all merry with chapter 7 bankruptcy as well. The first aspect of it is to qualify for the means test. If one does qualify for the means test, that means he/she has irregular income and is very poor, and cannot equal the state median income. The second aspect of [...]

2023-03-31T06:11:09+00:00

Counseling And Education Requirements During Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Bankruptcy is certainly an unfortunate event, and it calls for an experience or learning. Bankruptcy might be about relieving stress and facilitating some financial relief to the filer, but it is also about making sure similar financial mistakes are not repeated. As per stats, over 15% of the filers can be repeated bankruptcy filers. These stats suggest people do not learn from their mistakes and keep falling into the debt trap due to poor financial management. The bankruptcy court hence mandates counseling requirements and a debtor education program that is part of the bankruptcy process. Credit [...]

2023-03-31T06:16:38+00:00

Why Chapter 11 Is A Better Alternative For Businesses Filing Bankruptcy?

Call: 888-297-6203 Chapter 7 is the most common bankruptcy chapter and is very popular with a huge percentage of 71%+ across the United States of America. With the pandemic, many businesses chose to wind up, and hence this probably added to the tally of 71%. However, under normal circumstances, it can sometimes be worth to try to sustain a business, rather than liquidate or wind it up. It can be a difficult decision to make but a careful analysis of current debts, losses, inventory, assets, and prospects can make the choice easier. This assistance can be achieved from [...]

2023-03-22T09:15:21+00:00

Means Test; All You Need To Know

Call: 888-297-6203 A means test is an essential eligibility test for bankruptcy filers under chapter 7. Chapter 7 is specifically intended for poor people with no, low, or inconsistent income. Since the discharge seems very appealing, many filers with considerable disposable income try to take advantage of chapter 7. As per many experts, the means test was intended to prevent fraud but it has only complicated filing process and has had very minimal impact on the bankruptcy frauds. A means test is an additional form that needs to be attached to the bankruptcy filing documents. Know more about [...]

2023-03-31T06:24:17+00:00

The Process To File For Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Planning to file for bankruptcy but want to keep all of your properties? File Chapter 13 bankruptcy where you can repay a portion of your debts while keeping all your properties for 3-5 years. Here is the process and what to expect when moving forward with Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing. Preparation for filing. Before you are eligible for filing you will need to take a credit counseling course. You will need to complete it within 6 months of the time when you file. You can also do it online but it should be from one of [...]

2023-03-31T07:20:48+00:00

What Is A Bankruptcy Court?

Call: 888-297-6203 There are ninety-four (94) judicial districts and all of the judicial districts handle bankruptcy matters. Almost all districts have bankruptcy courts that handle bankruptcy cases and bankruptcy cases cannot be filed under the state court. Bankruptcy laws help debtors who no longer are able to keep up with their debts and pay the creditors. If it becomes unbearable and compromises the standard of living, the bankruptcy law helps them by the liquidation of assets of the debtors (chapter 7 bankruptcy) or by making a repayment plan (chapter 13 bankruptcy). Bankruptcy laws also provide protection to troubled [...]

2023-03-22T09:22:51+00:00

Wildcard Exemption In Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Call: 888-297-6203 Wildcard exemption as the name suggests is a big bump in hope for a debtor while he/she is trying to protect a particular asset. The home is a very important asset which is often included in the exemption and until the dues are cleared on timely basis, the home is usually safe while option for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The key assets in question could be car, boat or a truck or any other asset the debtor wants to protect from liquidation. In some situations, it might be an electronic item, second vehicle, or no matter what [...]

2023-03-31T07:28:30+00:00

Rules For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Filing

Call: 888-297-6203 Filing bankruptcy through Chapter 7 has some rules to follow. These once understood make the whole bankruptcy process much easier. If there aren’t many assets and the bankruptcy is straightforward, then one can proceed with the bankruptcy process without even hiring any lawyer. However, to be sure and to ensure you are not missing on a potential planning opportunity, you can dial 888-297-6203 for reliable bankruptcy advice. Bankruptcy form There is a standard bankruptcy form that is available on the official site, which is more or less consistent across the United States of America. In addition [...]

2023-03-31T07:56:22+00:00

Secured Debt Vs Unsecured Debt

Call: 888-297-6203 Secured debt is a debt form that is usually backed by an asset or collateral. These debts are usually of larger amounts and since they have a lien attached to them, they become important during the bankruptcy claims. A secure debt can broadly be classified into two types. Real property secured debt and personal property secured debt. Any debt that is secured by house, land, or any other real property by nature falls under the real property secured debt, and any debt that is secured under personal property like a car, motorbike, electrical appliance, etc., come [...]

2023-03-31T08:22:42+00:00

How To Deal With Your Property In Bankruptcy Exemption?

Call: 888-297-6203 When an individual files for bankruptcy under chapter 7 or chapter 13, they are expected to either pay for all the non-exempt property under the repayment plan or sell them to pay the creditors under chapter 7. However, bankruptcy exemptions help you to protect your non-exempt properties from creditors. Bankruptcy Estate and the Trustee’s Role Once a debtor files for bankruptcy, the total assets and liabilities are calculated to determine the debtors' Bankruptcy estate at the time of filing. The trustee is therefore liable to pay off the creditors the money due as per the value [...]

2023-06-05T12:57:59+00:00
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