What is the best way to get the correct forms for filing chapter 7.

You should shop around a little bit if you have been told it costs thousands of dollars for a Chapter 7. If you have a fairly simple case, you...

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How long does a bankruptcy that was dismissed, not discharged stay on a credit report? Is there any way to have it removed?

It makes no difference whether the bankruptcy was dismissed or discharged. The bankruptcy can still remain on the credit report for up to 10...

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Can you do a home modification and file chapter 13 bankrupcy

You can but the bankruptcy court cannot force the mortgage lender to modify the loan. If the lender will agree to a modification, the bankruptcy...

I just got check and I see garnish on there,how do I find out who done it?

Your payroll department would have received a notice about this so you should contact them first. Bankruptcy will stop garnishments in most cases...

Can i have my ex take over joint accounts?

While this question is posted under the bankruptcy category, it is more likely a question for a family court attorney. If you are jointly liable...

Should I contact the creditors attorney to pay back the debt with a settlement/installments, or do I still need an attorney.

You will have to decide if the amount it costs you to settle the debt is worth it compare to the cost of the bankruptcy. Assuming you can file for...

I am filing bankruptcy and i am prosec....what exemption law will i check for personal loans that have colleteral such as a tv.

Which exemptions to take depend on many factors, including where you live, how long you have lived there, what prior states you have lived, etc. ...

What kind of attorney do i need if i am being served papers for a line of credit defaulft from srp credit union.

You can probably get rid of this debt with a bankruptcy but that is not always the best option. I would at least consult with a bankruptcy...

I cannot pay back a finance loan what will happen if i dont show up for court?

If you do not show up, the creditor will obtain a default judgment against you which becomes an automatic lien on any real estate you own. In...

Will cashing out a retirement plan affect converting a chapter 13 bankruptcy to a chapter 7? Can they garnish it?

This is a classic reason for why people should have an attorney going through bankruptcy. Exemptions can be complicated and it is important that...