Liability for spousal debt

While they can't go after any assets you own individually, they can go after any jointly held property like the 2 joint accounts. If your husband...

What is going to happen after reaffirming a vehicle and falling behind after discharge and getting car repoed?

Check to see if the court approved the reaffirmation agreement. If the court approved it, you may be liable (depending upon state law) for any...

Do I need to file a complaint to determine dischargeability to have income taxes discharged in bankruptcy?

Usually the Internal Revenue Service themselves will make a determination whether or not the taxes are dischargable. You should contact the...

Personal vs Business Bankruptcy question?

There is no real reason to file a Chapter 7 for the LLC. Just close the LLC down. If you received your Chapter 7 discharge you should be...

House underwater, can we strip credit card liens in chapter 7

Under Section 522 of the Bankruptcy Code, if a judgment lien impairs your homestead exemption, you can eliminate your lien. However, you must take...

I'm considering filing for bankruptcy. My time working is split between VA & SC. Can I file in VA or SC, which is best?

You must file in the state you were a resident of during the greater portion of the last 180 days. If you own a home is SC and reside there, thats...

Bankruptcy too late and can we seperate?

There seems to be two issues in your case. The first issue, as in every Chapter 7 case, are you eligible to file based upon your family income. ...

Buying back a car during bankruptcy

Most if not all trustees in the Eastern District of New York (Central Islip) will give you 6 months to pay. The trustee guidelines read no more...

Currently in a chapter 13, but have lost my job - can i change to chapter 7 and how long do i need to wait?

If you filed a chapter 13 rather than a chapter 7 because you failed the 'means test', you will not be able to convert to a Chapter 7. However, if...

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