After you file for bankruptcy, you’ll quickly discover that your creditors are eager to make claims. Creditor claims are official statements of your debts. At this point, your creditors are essentially lining up to ask the bankruptcy court to be paid as much as possible for what you owe them. A new bankruptcy case triggers … Read More
Are you surprised when law enforcement or the motor vehicle department takes your driver’s license away? Are you having difficulty getting it back? Drivers can lose their licenses for a wide variety of reasons, including unpaid traffic tickets, building up too many points on your license, not having insurance, forgetting to renew it or simply … Read More
When a creditor wants to get paid, they sometimes resort to serious measures – including bringing an involuntary bankruptcy against someone who owes them money. If you’re the debtor, this creates a frustrating situation, one you probably didn’t expect. Suddenly, you find yourself dealing with a bankruptcy you did not initiate yourself. Is it possible … Read More
According to the National Bankruptcy Forum, 60% of insured Americans would have to use all of their savings to pay off a huge medical bill. For those who don’t have much savings or another way of paying, 7% will declare bankruptcy in the face of medical debt. Bankruptcy is an option to consider when you … Read More
Bankruptcy gives you breathing room when bills are piling up, creditors are calling and you can’t catch a break financially. It eliminates many forms of debt and helps you create a clear path forward. As you explore filing for bankruptcy, the first question to arise is often: Which should I choose, Chapter 7 or 13? … Read More
When bills are piling up and you’re losing hope that there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, a bankruptcy reorganization plan can be the best path forward. and clarify the next steps in your financial future. Filing for bankruptcy keeps most creditors at bay so you get a chance to catch up. How … Read More
If you’ve been convicted of embezzlement fraud or a court has awarded money to someone as compensation, bankruptcy might not accomplish what you’re hoping for: getting out of debt. It depends on your specific situation and what happens immediately after you file. Bankruptcy does not wipe out all debts, although it still may be helpful … Read More
When you file for bankruptcy in Indiana, there’s a lot to learn quickly. You’ll need to understand bankruptcy terms, fill out certain forms, and make some decisions about the best bankruptcy route for your financial circumstances. This includes making a choice between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Let’s take a look at the common … Read More
Do you have equity in your home? If so, it’s an asset that can be protected, to a degree, during bankruptcy. When you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the homestead exemption can help you safeguard your property and preserve your well-being. The homestead exemption differs by state, and there is also a … Read More
An emergency bankruptcy or skeleton filing is immediate action meant for immediate financial situations such as repossession, foreclosure sale, or wage garnishment. A skeleton filing gets bankruptcy protection, the automatic stay, in place faster by allowing you to file abbreviated paperwork for emergency bankruptcy. After filing the abbreviated paperwork, you have 15 days to complete … Read More
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