Do I need to get permission to do a land contract while in a chapter 13 bankruptcy?

You'll need court permission to incur new debt. Your attorney can file the appropriate motion to incur debt. I'd be very hesitant to enter into a...

Wouldn't it be wise to ask a collection agency for an agreed settlement document before paying?

Of course. Any agreement to resolve a debt should fully spell out the terms and conditions that are being agreed to. Any reputable law firm or...

How much longer can I stay in my house once I received motion to dismiss for failure to maintain timely plan payments?

Could be a few weeks, could be years. Depends on how soon the mortgage company decides to start foreclosure and then however long the process...

You need to discuss this with your attorney. North Carolina's ethics rules prohibit one attorney giving advice to another attorney's client about...

What are debt settlement implications for tax purposes?

If the amount of debt that was forgiven is $600 or more the creditor is supposed to report that debt forgiveness to the IRS regardless of how it is...

Can i file chapter 7 bankruptcy after i received my workers comp settlement?

I agree. You need to discuss this and disclose all your assets to your attorney, including this settlement and/or the money from the settlement.

If I reopen a dismissed case due to not taking exit course that is over 4 years old, will I still be able to purchase a home?

This is not a legal issue. Lending standards are set by lenders. Whether the lenders will consider that your bankruptcy is recent or dates to 2015...

Am I immune from the ramifications of a short-sale or foreclosure 11+ years after chapter 7?

Dugan someone files ch7 bankruptcy snd receives a discharge of their debt, their personal liability for all their debt is discharged unless the...

How to reaffirm mortgage in a chapter 7?

If you convert to a 7 expect the mortgage company to refuse to allow a reaffirmation unless you are current at the time of conversion. They will...

After filing bankruptcy, do I respond to confirmation of sale hearing?

Your bankruptcy eliminated your personal liability for the debt on the house so all the creditor can do is foreclose and you will not be personally...