I am looking to file bankruptcy. I am unemployed.

Don't file a bankruptcy on your own and be sure you speak with an attorney regarding the source of the money to purchase your home. A chapter 7...

I got a Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharge last year. Can I file a Chapter 13 now?

I agree that you can file a chapter 13 bankruptcy but cannot obtain a discharge. There is a new mandatory mortgage mediation program that would...

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Is it true in florida a husband and wife bank account and properties set up as Tenancy by the entirety is protected and only a

You are correct that Florida provides the protection of tenancy by the entireties. Only a joint creditor has a claim on property that is owned as...

I have accumulated recent credit card debt, that i can't pay off. I filed chap 7, back in 2004. I wrote the judge to reopen the

Your new credit card debt has nothing to do with your 2004 case and you cannot discharge new debt. Your remedy will be to file a new bankruptcy...

Who do I go first to declare bankruptcy ?

You should be able to obtain a free consultation with a local bankruptcy attorney to review your assets and income. Pension income and social...

Hi, due to divorce I will need to file for Bankruptcy Chapter 7

If you must withdraw your 401k due to the job termination you can arrange for a direct rollover into the IRA to preserve your exemption from...

DO YOU NEED TO DECLARE A LAWSUIT YOU ARE INVOLVED IN WHEN DECLARING BANKRUPTCY EVEN IF YOUR ATTORNEY SAYS YOU NEED NOT DO SO

You absolutely must list the pending lawsuit or even a possible claim that has not been filed yet in your bankruptcy. ...

Can a bank report to my credit after a bankruptcy discharge?

The credit report will likely list the creditor without a dollar amount but the report will say "included in bankruptcy". You can order your...

Our investment property is underwater, can we file for bankruptcy discharge when there are other people on the mortgage with us?

I a agree with Mr. Zinn's response. You should consult your tax advisor before providing the deed to obtain a release. If the bank provides the...

Understanding a Chapter 13 notice

That is good news that the trustee is withdrawing the motion to dismiss the case. If the trustee determines that you are too far behind the...