I am (pr) approve for mortgage and have a 0.4 mil judgment. Can I file bankruptcy after closing to avoid lien against property?

First and foremost, please be advised that being pre-approved for a mortgage is an entirely separate concept from actually being approved for a...

Was sued for debt but filed bankruptcy to stop. Bankruptcy has been finalized. but now got "notice of status review as to bankru

Fax the Judge's Chambers and the opposing attorney a copy of the Discharge Order. This should stop any future correspondence. Good luck with your...

You'll have to file a Motion to Compel in Family Court. I'd recommend hiring an attorney if you have not already done so. Good luck with your case!

You cannot sue someone for liability on a promissory note if they only signed the mortgage. You will be required to sue the individual who signed...

There is a lawsuit entered against me for debt accrued in 2011 when I moved out in 2008 and my signature was forged on the lease

When you say "coming after me," do you mean that your creditor(s) has initiated legal action against you or that your creditor(s) is sending you...

It depends upon the size of the debt, whether paying this debt off in installments would be financially feasible, and, of course, whether your...

Received a 1099C form, am I still obligated to pay the debt?

I wholeheartedly agree with Attorney Pietrafesa. IRS Form 982 will allow you to claim insolvency with respect to the debt for which the 1099C was...

Offer in compromise for business state tax debt

It depends upon the type of tax owed. If the tax owed consists of income tax, the State will definitely consider an offer-in-compromise. However,...

Insurance and filing for foreclosure

You should definitely insure the building if it is not currently insured, if not for the sole purpose of protecting your investment. Consult with...

If I inheret a house from a parent but there is a mortgage...

You'll want to get in touch with a probate or estates & trusts attorney. Assuming that you are credit-qualified, there's no reason you will not be...