Yes, with qualifications. The arbitration award can easily be converted to a judgment. If you want or need to file Chapter 13, there are certain...

Timing of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

A bankruptcy at any time before a Sheriff Sale will slow but not stop the foreclosure. Your ability to save the home by using Chapter 13 to cure...

I like to file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy but not sure when to file

I agree with Mr Gorski's answer. But there are many other considerations as well. If your income will increase in the future, you may want to file...

Yes, it will, at least temporarily, because your ex is on the title. The automatic stay stops the foreclosure against the property. The lender will...

Should I consider Personal Bankruptcy? What are the ramification of doing so?

Whether to file depends on your options. Those depend on your budget. How much do you have to spend each month for basic living expenses other than...

Am I responsible for a doctors bill debt that I incurred after I filed bankruptcy, but amended my petition to include the bill?

If the bill was for services that were provided before you filed bankruptcy, the debt is discharged. Otherwise, the debt is not discharged and you...

If I am behind on my mortgage and cannot pay it back within the 5 yr period of a Ch. 13, will a Ch. 11 give me more time to pay?

Yes it can. The question is whether you are willing to pay for the substantial additional cost and expense of a Chapter 11. Another possibility is...

Disability and bankruptcy

Judgment liens can often be removed, unless your house has too much equity. We recommend getting legal advice from a qualified bankruptcy lawyer...

Personal liability on the mortgage will be discharged in either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. However, until a Sheriff Sale, you are still an owner and...

Is under water mortgages discharged in chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Yes. All that is left is the mortgage lien on the property. You will not owe any deficiency. And, the discharge of that amount does not create any...