Have a judgement against me for 4300 paid 2100 on it the past week want to make another payment this week they are refusing to l

Given the amount of money involved, your best bet may be to try to reach a payment arrangement or lump sum settlement with the creditor. If you...

Getting Married! Is it better to file chapter 7 married or file separately before we marry?

There is no hard and fast rule, but I generally advise clients to clean up any financial issue prior to marriage. Although it is less expensive to...

Homestead Exemption in PA Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

I agree with my colleague. Often an electronic valuation from a service, such as as Zillow, is sufficient for bankruptcy purposes, but not always....

A homeowner can certainly buy his or her former home from someone who purchased it at a Sheriff's sale. Although it may save some money upfront,...

There is an IRS lien on property

I agree with my colleague. You would need to reach a settlement with the IRS prior to or as part of a sale.

What is the legal steps in PA for an attorney to go after money I owe for a judgment filed. I have nothing in my name.

In Pennsylvania, the creditor may obtain a writ of execution, which permits the creditor to garnish bank accounts and funds owed to the debtor by...

Home foreclosure help needed, running around in circles for a year...

I agree with my colleague. Banks are notoriously inconsistent and often, though incompetence or intent, make the modification process as difficult...

Any two or more adults can own property together and have their names appear on the title. Whether it is a good idea, depends upon the...

What is the PA median income max to file chapter 7, and is that gross or net income?

I cannot add much to my Philadelphia colleague's thorough answer. If you exceed the median (currently $80,078 for a family of four), it does not...

I need to know if bankruptcy is what i should do

You will need to speak to a Pennsylvania bankruptcy attorney for the answer to your question. However, if you qualify, Chapter 7 bankruptcy may...