In re: Weyrynyn

Oct 21, 2005

OUTCOME: Debtor was entitled to keep home and equity in spite of 2005 bankruptcy code changes limiting home equity allowances.

Trustee moved to sell debtor's house on basis of excessive allowable equity. Debtor argued that equity in question was the result of lifelong ownership of real estate as Florida Resident and not acqui ... red w/in 1215 days limitation under BAPCPA changes limiting equity to $125000. Decision allowed debtor to keep home and equity.