Some states require that for a debtor to benefit from the exemption for a homestead, that the debtor must make a formal declaration that such and...

Whether you can keep, some or all of any settlement from the auto accident is completely a matter of state law exemptions. You should speak with...

Just because a creditor did not take action for a couple years does not mean they cannot sue you to collect the debt(s) owed to them. they just...

Ch13 does not require the liquidation of assets so you will not be forced to sell anything, nor will the trustee come and take stuff to sell. ...

Maybe. Debt owed to taxing authorities such as the IRS can be discharged, if certain conditions are met. Assuming the return(s) were filed on...

You are under legal prohibition from gambling. Whether it is a good idea or not is a different question.

Probably not, unless the reason you need to file bankruptcy has something to do with an abuse of trust. Each state has different rules about what...

I agree with Mr. Daymude. If you got a discharge in your ch13 then the discharge injunction would prohibit the HOA from taking any steps to...

Congratulations on your good luck. I agree this is not part of your bankruptcy estate and you do not have to tell the trustee nor turn over your...

I am sorry for your loss. Contact the trustee and your father's attorney and advise them of your father's passing. The attorney should be able to...