If you’re in a financial bind, your best option might be to seek a fresh start through Chapter 7 bankruptcy. However, you may be concerned that doing so could cause you to lose your biggest investment – your home. In most cases, you don’t forfeit your home when you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What … Read More
People file for bankruptcy for any number of reasons, from job loss to unpaid medical bills to an unaffordable mortgage. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, you’re not alone; roughly 375,000 people filed for bankruptcy in 2022, and home foreclosure filings rose 115% in 2022 over the number of foreclosures in 2021. To many people, … Read More
If you’re wondering “Can I file for bankruptcy without a lawyer?” The answer is yes. The option to file for bankruptcy without an attorney, known as Pro Se bankruptcy, is available under the United States bankruptcy law. Many individuals choose this path in an attempt to save money on attorney fees because it is one … Read More
People file for bankruptcy for any number of reasons, from sky-high medical expenses to loss of income and the inability to make their mortgage payments each month. In some cases, people have spent beyond their means, and now it’s time to repay their debts. But filing for bankruptcy isn’t a shameful or immoral act. In … Read More
Divorce is never easy. The dissolution of a marriage can create intense emotional stress for both separating parties. These challenges can be even more difficult if you’re facing financial hardships. These financial challenges often worsen with divorce because the income of one household splits between two divorcees. If you depend on your former spouse’s income, … Read More
A judgment lien against you can have a variety of distressing and negative consequences. Read on to learn everything you need to know about judgment liens in Indiana, including how they work and how to avoid them. What Is a Judgment Lien? The judgment lien definition is that if you owe a creditor money and … Read More
If you’re considering filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you need to be aware of the different components of the filing process, including the role of the bankruptcy trustee. The court-appointed bankruptcy trustee plays a vital role during bankruptcy because they represent debtors’ estates and will make recommendations to the bankruptcy court. When starting … Read More
If you’re struggling with overwhelming tax debts, you should consider all of your financial options, one of which is filing bankruptcy Chapter 13. With Chapter 13, you can pool all of your debts, including some types of tax debts, into a three-to-five-year repayment plan. You may not be able to pay off the entirety of … Read More
Indiana allows debtors to exempt assets when filing for bankruptcy up to a certain monetary amount, and that amount recently increased. When filing, you are allowed to exempt a portion of your home’s equity, tangible personal property, and intangible personal property. In this blog, we’ll share the details regarding this exemption increase, the different exemption … Read More
Are you wondering how to file bankruptcy Chapter 7? Or if filing for bankruptcy is right for you? We’re here to help. If you’re struggling with debt and considering bankruptcy, speaking with a bankruptcy lawyer can help you determine your best options and give you some clarity on how the process works. At Sawin & … Read More
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