In filing ch 7 bankruptcy, where can I file? do I have to file where I live?

You have to file in the state in which you reside and if your state is divided into districts for federal court purposes it would be most common...

His sole assets are not considered. Any joint assets need to be listed and any equity exempted pursuant to applicable state law. If he provides...

You should definitely advise your attorney about this payout. Unfortunately, I disagree with Mr. Whitaker and think this is very likely income to...

Debtor failed to disclose co debtor on mortgage but received discharge on chapter 7 because stated the loan was only hers

Should it have been listed this way? No. Would it affect anything? Also, no. Not really a big deal from an administration of the case perspective.

I filed a chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Mar 2003 discharged in Jun 2003 when will it come off my credit reports?

It should come off your credit report 10 years from the date of filing, so it should come off anytime. If by June or so it is still showing on...

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We are less than a year into our Chapter 13 (we only filed to keep our home) and we are having a hard timing making the payment

You could, possibly convert your case to a ch7, if you meet the means test requirements and could have filed a Ch7 at the time you filed your 13 or...

Do I need to submit all the schedules before my chapter 13 mtg?

Yes, you need to submit the schedules as soon as possible. In my district if one files an incomplete or emergency petition to stop creditor action...

We have been in a Chapter 13 for a year and am not happy with our attorney. Can we obtain a new one?

You can always ask your current attorney to withdraw and then retain an attorney to make an appearance on your behalf. If your case has been filed...

How long can I stay in my house?

Normally a ch13 is filed to cure the arrearage on a home, but if you are surrendering your home as part of your Ch13 plan, then once the plan is...

I filed chapter 7 on 10/2005. My husband had a business that went under and now is being garnished can we file chapter 7 now?

If your husband has not filed in the last 8 years, then he could file a Ch7, assuming he meets the other qualifications, you cannot file a Ch7...