If we (5 siblings) are listed on deed on deceased parent's property, & one files Chapter 7, will there be a lien on property?

A lien will not, and cannot, be placed on the property after or as a result of filing a bankruptcy. The purpose of a bankrutpcy is to...

I agree with the responses given by attorney's Whitaker & Wiesen, but am just curious why you paid $102k when you say the priority claim was listed...

If a person is considering filing for personal bankruptcy how important is it to hire an attorney in the County of a judgement?

So long as you have lived where you are now for the better part of the past 6 months, then you should file where you live since that is considered...

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I was sued by a collection agency (law firm) for cc debt for 14k, they did not show up on 1st court date, what should I expect

I agree with Atty. Whitaker - a Chapter 7 may be just what you need. Bankruptcy is designed to let you wipe the slate clean and get a fresh start....

OIn a BK filed in Calidornia, it is California law that determines the exemptions, under the California Code of Civil Procedure, either the "703"...

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HI. My husband has borrowed a lot of money lately from friends and family. Am I responsible for the repayment of theses loans?

California is a community property state and each spouse is liable for the debts of the other spouse. However, in terms of what creditors can...

What will happen to auto loan that I cosigned for if I file Chap 7? If I do NOT reaffirm, will "consignee" be able to keep car?

If you choose not to reaffirm, the lender can take the car back even if the payments are current since "pay and retain" is no longer an option in...

My Ch 13 case was dismissed by court and 18 mo payments returned. Unsecured debt already charged off. Do I still have to repay?

If I understand your question correctly, you started the BK process primarily to save your home from foreclosure. If your loan mod now allows you...

I am trying to file a Chapter 7, will my retirement checks or my life insurance policy be affected?

FIrst, let me state the obvious - you have a lot at stake that you could be risking by trying to do a Chapter 7 on your own. Very few are ever...

Will my 30 yr old son be able to qualify as a dependent for purposes of the means test and will his income affect my schedules?

Yes, you will be able to show your son on the Means Test. The California bankruptcy courts take a "heads on beds" approach when it comes to...

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