Are bankruptcy fees tax deductible?

Bankruptcy discharge paperwork

Are bankruptcy cost and fees considered tax deductible? When looking at that kind of tax deductions that are available when you are in bankruptcy you first need to understand that there are difference depending on the kind of bankruptcy case you filed be it Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Which bankruptcy eliminates all debt

Consequences of Bankruptcy?

If you’re hoping that bankruptcy is a quick way to have your debts discharged without having to pay another cent or lift a finger, you can be disappointed if you don’t know the facts. Which bankruptcy eliminates all debt? Well Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the most common type of consumer bankruptcy, is also called a ‘liquidation’… Continue reading Which bankruptcy eliminates all debt

Which bankruptcy to file

Where did bankruptcy come from?

File Bankruptcy But Which One? Many people ask me which bankruptcy to file. As with many things in life, the answer really depends on your particular circumstances. Since there are actually several different kinds of bankruptcy it may be easy to eliminate a few of them since some are applicable to very specific parties, such… Continue reading Which bankruptcy to file

Book on Filing Bankruptcy in Utah

Consequences of Bankruptcy?

Press Release Orem (UT) for immediate release: Today the Fourth Edition of the book on filing bankruptcy in Utah was published. The Insiders Guide: Getting a Fresh Financial Start in Utah has been in print since 2005. The book, by Utah Bankruptcy lawyer Douglas Barrett, has help thousands determine if filing bankruptcy was their best… Continue reading Book on Filing Bankruptcy in Utah

Locate the Utah Bankruptcy Trustee

Here is a quick guide to locate the Utah Bankruptcy Trustee. Here is a comprehensive list of the Utah Bankruptcy Trustee’s listed by bankruptcy chapter. Included are their Name, Mailing Address, Phone Number and Email address: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee Steven R. Bailey, Chapter 7 Panel Trustee 2454 Washington Blvd. Ogden, UT 84401 E-mail: [email protected]Continue reading Locate the Utah Bankruptcy Trustee

Can I file bankruptcy with a leased car?

Can I file bankruptcy with a leased car? Yes, you can file bankruptcy with a leased car in Utah but if you are hoping to retain the vehicle, there are special requirements that your attorney will need to follow in order for you to keep the car. You can keep a vehicle in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or… Continue reading Can I file bankruptcy with a leased car?

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: How Long Does It Take?

One of the common questions people ask us is how long does it take to complete a Chapter 13 cases. As I have written about other types of bankruptcy such as Chapter 7 cases take a matter of months in most cases however Chapter 13 cases can take from 3-5 years to complete. Here is… Continue reading Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: How Long Does It Take?

Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 How Long Does It Take

If you are considering filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Utah, one of the first questions you probably have is “how long does it take?” The answer, like many things in life (and certainly in the law), is that it depends. Every bankruptcy case is different and it also depends on the chapter you file.… Continue reading Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 How Long Does It Take

How bankruptcy affects your life

This topic is complex and difficult to answer concisely since many different aspects of your life can be impacted by filing for bankruptcy. Here are three ways bankruptcy affects your life. Sometimes people feel guilty or ashamed that they have gone bankrupt, particularly since society has developed a negative stigma around bankruptcy. However, like any… Continue reading How bankruptcy affects your life

What is a bankruptcy trustee

When a Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition is filed in Utah, two trustees are appointed, the U.S. Trustee and the Chapter 7 Trustee. The Utah Chapter 7 Trustee’s purpose is to administer the case and liquidate the debtor’s nonexempt assets. If all the debtor’s assets are somehow protected or are subject to valid liens, the trustee… Continue reading What is a bankruptcy trustee