If this was a one time thing and is a gift, then it is not income. If she regularly gives you money for your expenses, then yes, it would be income.

I have very inconsistent income- and am considering Bankruptcy- I own a townhome in Maryland

I agree that if you want to keep the condo in Maryland you'd need to file a 13. You have enough issues that a thorough examination of your...

I need to file bankruptcy. Do I have to be physically present if I hire a lawyer ?

You will need to retain an attorney and most attorneys will want you to come in to meet them at some point. They will need actual signatures on...

Can my husband get 401k out for hardship?

You can probably get a disbursement from his 401k without a lawyer but you'll probably have to pay significant tax penalties for doing so.

What happens if the ch 13 trustee objects to an appraisal of property - how is the discrepancy adjudicated/resolved?

If there is a dispute about the value the judge will set a hearing. Realistically if you have an appraisal, that will trump an estimate from...

If I reopen chapter 7 to abandon a new complaint, is the same trustee automatically assigned??

The same trustee would be reappointed to a case when it is reopened unless that trustee had retired or had some other conflict.

You are supposed to use your actual expenses. However, some courts have indicated you can use the IRS standards. To know what your judges and the...

I discovered civil codes that the banks violated before filing chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Do I have to file to reopen then abandon"

If you want to pursue this, then yes, you'll have to reopen the Ch7 and ask the tte to abandon. I agree with Ms. Bunce that the TTee likely feels...

Can I be charged with a felony for not turning in my car after coming off bankruptcy and failure to pay?

They could certainly try to seek felony charges against you. Whether a sheriff or magistrate would swear out a warrant against you or allow them to...

Can you fill on old court fines

You have to list all debts of whatever nature. The more salient question is whether the debts are dischargeable or not? Criminal fines and...