We filed for chapter 7 in ga we claimed to keep the house to qualify to file

Some jurisdictions allow you to use the payments on property that you are surrendering as part of your means test and some do not. Which one yours...

A Motion to Lift Stay has been filed. How do I stop this so that I can reaffirm the debt? What do I need to file?

You did not mention what chapter you filed. If you filed a Chapter 7, have your attorney file a Motion to Redeem. There are companies like 722...

Can I put a car in my name after filing bankruptcy but before the case is discharged?

The short answer is that after acquired property (unless it is by inheritance, property settlement or life insurance within 180 days of filing) is...

Post-filing garnishment

You have to notify the creditor to get the garnishment to stop. Money taken before filing is property of the estate and must be exempted. Money...

Where can i find a reaffirmation of debt form for chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Why are you even considering signing a reaffirmation agreement? Most of the time, they are not needed. Where they are required to keep personal...

I recieved a discharge in my chapter 7 in 2005. I have filed a chapter 13

The other answers are way too long. Four years after filing your 7, you can file a 13 and get a discharge. You must pay 100% of income taxes due...

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Will I lose my house, that has a second deed of trust on it from the bank, if I file for chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Talk to a local bankruptcy attorney. If your home is worth less than the first deed of trust and you have the income for it, you might consider...

Proposing 0% plan to creditors for Chapter 13

Some jurisdictions will not allow a 0% plan to be approved. The Code does not mandate any payments. The issue that you may face is good faith. If...

Chapter 13 and only income is SS. Is this possible? I need the 13 for lien stripping or can it be done in Chapter 7?

You can always use income contributed to the household for a Chapter 13. If you are married, you must include this income (and you can deduct for...

What can we do since the trustee did not follow the plan on our chapter 13?

I hope that you were represented by counsel. If so, contact your attorney immediately. If not, you will need to file Motions with the court before...