How do I get rid of my house and avoid foreclosure after bankruptcy?

There is a way to sell the house even though the note amount exceeds the value of your home - it's called a "short sale", done with the bank's...

I am presently in chapter 13 bankruptcy which was filed 14 months ago in NJ. I now live in NY and am being sued for slander.

I agree with Ms. Bunce. Mr. Schwartz's answer is also important (do NOT convert your case to Chapter 7) - if the alleged slander occurred before...

Currently in BK Chapter 13; just received a little inheritance from a mother who just passed away - is this exempt fm BK assets?

The inheritance can come into the Chapter 13 estate one of two ways: first, if the neighbor became entitled to acquire the inheritance within the...

I own a house with my ex husband of 7 years now...it was deeded to him in the divorce with him taking full responsibility.

I agree with Mr. Nelson's advice - but you should bring your divorce settlement papers and discuss with the lawyer whether, instead of filing for...

After 46 months our bankruptcy chapter 7 is pending

Speak to a lawyer about either disputing the trustee's final report and/or objecting to the claim. If the creditor is claiming a lien on your...

Can debt collectors lie about who they are?

You need to take the following steps: 1. If you know the name and address of the debt collector, write (by certified mail, return receipt...

Bankruptcy/Receivership question-can someone help!

Was the receiver appointed by a court? If so, most courts (and state laws) require the receiver to file a bond to insure the receiver's "faithful...

Has the deadline to object to your exemptions passed (30 days after the conclusion of your meeting of creditors)? If you are in a hurry, I would at...

If I enter into a stipulation for fees in a civil lawsuit would that be discharged in a bankruptcy ? Thank you

Without more information, your question is hard to answer, The answer depends on the nature of the lawsuit, the terms of the stipulation, and the...

Can a lien on property be discharged in a bankruptcy ?

You may benefit from a 1991 Supreme Court decision called Farrey v. Sanderfoot. Although "judicial liens" (attachments and judgment executions) are...