I filed bankruptcy 14 years ago. Its off credit report. On an application asking if I ever filed bankruptcy can I say no?

According to federal law, a bankruptcy can only be reported on a credit report for ten years. This law applies only to a credit bureau's and how...

Am I a candidate for bankruptcy, and do I have to give up my vehicle if I file?

It sounds like a Chapter 7 bankruptcy would work smoothly for you and should enable you to eliminate all of your debts, while being able to keep...

If the person is competent enough to be able to prepare their petition and testify about their financial affairs, then they can file...

Should we file for bankrutpcy?? I'm so tired of being afraid to answer my phone!!

It sounds like Chapter 7 bankruptcy would certainly be the solution to your problems as it would probably eliminate all of your debts and give your...

What is a notice of filing of transfer of claims?

When you owe money to a credit card company and then file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the credit card company files a proof of claim in order to be...

Could I lose my personal property if I file for bankruptcy

For the typical bankruptcy case, it is extremely rare for a Chapter 7 trustee to come into your home and look around. Your assets are covered by...

One spouse filing bankruptcy

When two spouses are jointly obligated on a debt, and one spouse files, then the "co-debtor bankruptcy stay" applies, which means that even though...

Filing Chapter 7

Based on your brief set of facts, you should be able to file for Chapter 7 relief and keep your home. You do not have to be behind on your bills...

Can I be forgiven of debt if I'm on SSI?

This creditor will not forgive the debt because you are on SSI. Even though you may not be able to pay it, the creditor can still sue you and...

Do I have the legal right to fix a clerical error on my deed and mortgage during a bankruptcy?

You have a very difficult situation on your hands. There is a presumption that the deed and mortgage are correct. It would be highly unusual that...