What are the risks of filing for bankruptcy? Will I have trouble applying for student loans?

Great Questions...i have direct experiance in this question. I have a client who was refused bar admission in Massachusetts becuase of his...

How would I get the status of my house that in foreclosure.

I would suggest either calling your mortgage company or the law firm handling the foreclosure itself. either should be able to tell you where in...

In filing Chapter 7 bankrucy business and personal how many years back can trustee go back in requesting information.

The trustee can really do as they please. However generally the look back 2-5 years depending on the case itself. If there was real estate or if...

Proceeds after dismissal of Chapter 7

Well; what does your retainer agreement say? that will likely control. Also have you asked your attorney for a refund? Why was the case...

Chapter 7 question

Yes absolutely your friend can purchase a vehicle. Legally YES/ practically???not sure. is he paying cash for the car? if so; then as long as the...

Does my husband have to file bankruptcy with me?

Absolutely NOT; you do not have to file together. The BK discharge will legally sever your obligation to pay something. It will only sever the...

Responsible for upkeep of a home after bankrupcy

at this point the BK really has nothing to do with your question. Your contract/MORTGAGE that you signed indicates that you must keep the...

The MFRFS is now going to follow the case regardless if you convert or not. Therefore the bank can foreclose without the protection of the stay. ...

How soon after being discharged from a Chapter 7 bankruptcy can I refinance my home?

The bankruptcy code does not govern whether you can or cannot refinance; but as a general rule of thumb, anything related to real estate (like...

I am pro-se. can I submitt an exempt item after filing in chapt7

Well the car is property of the BK estate at this point; legally you cannot sell it without the approval or consent of the trustee assigned to your...