When you’re considering Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you’re also wondering how much of your debt you’d be obligated to pay back. Plus, you need to know how much time and paperwork it will take. Let’s take a look at a debtor’s obligations under Chapter 13 bankruptcy. This could be an excellent choice for you, depending on … Read More
Chapter 13 bankruptcy can wipe out most kinds of debts and leave you with a much brighter financial picture. But Chapter 13 can’t discharge all types of debt you’ve taken on. Some debts will remain after your bankruptcy, although you’ll be in a much better position to handle them. Here’s a closer look at how … Read More
Close to half a million Americans file for bankruptcy each year and about 8% of them are pursuing bankruptcy for the second time. In fact, about 16% of all bankruptcy cases involve people who have filed more than once. Filing for bankruptcy a second time is allowed, with some important limitations. So if you’re curious … Read More
Do you know Indiana is among the nation’s top states for personal bankruptcy filings? That means if you’re living in the Hoosier state and feeling overloaded with bills every month, you’re definitely not alone. Thousands of people file for bankruptcy every year and about 32% are Chapter 13 bankruptcies. However, Chapter 13 may or may … Read More
Bankruptcy courts are courts of equity. This means that the courts are trying to balance a Debtor receiving a discharge with trying to gather some funds for creditors to share. Timing is everything when it comes to keeping an inheritance while filing for bankruptcy. If you’re due to receive an inheritance – or if you … Read More
When you’re facing a mountain of debt and an inability to pay your monthly bills, bankruptcy offers a way out. It quiets most people who are hounding you for money and finally gives you a fresh financial start. It’s important to handle bankruptcy the right way. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy in Indiana, read … Read More
When you file for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Indiana the law provides for bankruptcy exemptions for real and personal property that you can keep. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a liquidation. This means that the court is looking for non-exempt stuff that you own that they could sell to make some money to pay … Read More
When you have a wage garnishment, you’re losing money paycheck after paycheck to satisfy a creditor. When your paycheck is being drained away by old debt, it can be a frustrating experience and make it more difficult to get back on your feet financially. About 7% of the U.S. population has had their wages garnished … Read More
When your house is being sold at a sheriff’s sale, you’re at a critical time where you stand to lose your home forever. Here’s what many people don’t realize: Up until a certain point, you can stop a sheriff’s sale from happening and keep your home. The key is to act as quickly as possible. … Read More
When you file for bankruptcy, one of the first steps is listing your assets and sharing the details of your property and finances. This sometimes makes people feel a bit uncomfortable. They wonder how much access the bankruptcy trustee will have to their home, property and other private spaces. Let’s take a closer look at … Read More
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