Over 65 and broke: Don’t feel guilty. “The number of bankrupt older Americans has surged in recent years, a sign of widespread financial distress and a shrinking social safety net”, according to a research study recently released. In the study of bankruptcy filers it found using data, from the Consumer Bankruptcy Project, more than a… Continue reading Over 65 and broke: Don’t feel guilty
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Can I file bankruptcy with a rental property?
Keeping Rental Property in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Chapter 7 bankruptcy is commonly called liquidation bankruptcy. Since the appointed bankruptcy trustee has the power to sell your non-exempt assets to pay back your debts and can sell your property to reimburse your creditors. However you are allowed to keep a certain amount of property in Chapter… Continue reading Can I file bankruptcy with a rental property?
Bankruptcy when broke
Declare Bankruptcy When Broke Or While You Still Have Cash? Many people think that they should declare bankruptcy when they’re totally broke. Being penniless will actually make the process much, much, harder. While you can certainly declare bankruptcy on your own, many people choose to hire a bankruptcy attorney, which can cost between $1,000 and… Continue reading Bankruptcy when broke
When bankruptcy is removed from credit report
When bankruptcy is removed from credit report? Bankruptcies typically stay on your credit report for around 10 years. It will be removed automatically at the end of that period. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy usually stays for 10 years and a Chapter 13 bankruptcy stays for around 7. Bankruptcy is removed from credit report automatically. According… Continue reading When bankruptcy is removed from credit report
Where are bankruptcy proceedings held
Are bankruptcy proceedings held in federal courts? In Utah those courts are located in Salt Lake City and in Saint George, Utah. The clerk of the bankruptcy court is located at the court in Salt Lake at 350 South Main Street, Salt Lake City in the Moss Courthouse on the Third Floor. Bankruptcy is part… Continue reading Where are bankruptcy proceedings held
Why does bankruptcy happen
Why does bankruptcy happen? Bankruptcy occurs when you are insolvent and can’t afford to pay off your debts. It is also the process of seeking legal advice from an attorney and from getting legal relief from your debts, and protection from your creditors. It can be the result of a lot of credit card debt,… Continue reading Why does bankruptcy happen
8 Interesting Things to Know About Filing Bankruptcy
Eight Interesting Things to Know About Filing Bankruptcy. The following are interesting things to know about filing bankruptcy. The decision to file bankruptcy can be tough so here are eight things you need to consider or know about before you make that decision: 1. Deadlines. Deadlines are critical in bankruptcy court. The rules in bankruptcy… Continue reading 8 Interesting Things to Know About Filing Bankruptcy
Mortgage Statement During Bankruptcy
A mortgage statement during bankruptcy? We laughed at that question for years since debtors almost never get any help with their mortgage information after they file for bankruptcy. But finally the times are a changing – for the good of everyone – debtors and lenders. Some new mortgage servicing rules that just went into effect… Continue reading Mortgage Statement During Bankruptcy
Will I lose my car if I file for bankruptcy?
I get this question all the time. “I need my car to get to work – will I lose it if I file for bankruptcy?” That’s a loaded question and hard to answer in 30 seconds. What you need to understand that every case is different but in most cases you can choose a type… Continue reading Will I lose my car if I file for bankruptcy?
What kind of question will a bankruptcy lawyer ask me in my first consultation?
I always tell prospective clients to be prepared to answer some questions like this: • What kind of debts do you owe? • Are you able to pay the minimum payments on your bills? • Do you find yourself spending more money than you make? • Are creditors constantly calling you? Are your wages being garnished? I… Continue reading What kind of question will a bankruptcy lawyer ask me in my first consultation?