Questions answered by Christopher Douglas Smith

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I have a public record on my credit for an eviction its been 7 years since the eviction.

Christopher's answer | Answered on July 08, 2014

I have addressed this issue to some extent in online guide relating to consumer bankruptcy in Florida, which can be found at...

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Would bankruptcy affect the eviction on my credit report? It has been paid and I still live here.

Christopher's answer | Answered on July 08, 2014

I have addressed this issue to some extent in online guide relating to consumer bankruptcy in Florida, which can be found at...

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What consequences can there be creating a joint bank account with my wife who has a foreclosure from before the marriage?

Christopher's answer | Answered on July 08, 2014

I have addressed this issue to some extent in online guide relating to consumer bankruptcy in Florida, which can be found at...

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I filed Bankruptcy, about to go to my 1st meeting with the court, and I am just told I won some money!

Christopher's answer | Answered on July 07, 2014

I agree this sounds like a scam. All assets that you possess on the date of filing of your case should be disclosed to your trustee, and your...

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Do I have to give my address on the exemption form?

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

Yes. This is a good opportunity to consider seeking bankruptcy protection. In almost all circumstances, a wage garnishment will be stopped by a...

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I have a judgment from New York that have transferred the judgement to Florida and put lien on the debtor's property.

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

This is a probate homestead question, and I have a different analysis than the other two attorneys. If the property was his homestead at the time...

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Had a joint cell phone account and was the primary holder. This account got sent to a collection agency

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 17, 2012

If you want to push them off and then seek a settlement for the same terms in a few months, that will depend on whether they will extend the offer...

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I need to find out what rights my son has as a tenet

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 09, 2012

Before your son can be evicted, he must be given a 3 day notice of the delinquent rent, and be given the opportunity to cure the default. Any...

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Deed was voided by courts. This deed is still showing up as the deed of record, how do you get rid of the deed that was voided?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 09, 2012

Just make sure the court order that voided the prior deed is certified and recorded in the official records. That is all you have to do. ...

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My home is up for sale to tax deed , can a fammily member purchase the property and keep there paying rent?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 09, 2012

Yes, anyone can bid on the house at the tax sale, including yourself. The high bidder may rent the property back to you, if he or she chooses.

Christopher Douglas Smith's Answers (127)

I have a public record on my credit for an eviction its been 7 years since the eviction.

Would bankruptcy affect the eviction on my credit report? It has been paid and I still live here.

What consequences can there be creating a joint bank account with my wife who has a foreclosure from before the marriage?

I filed Bankruptcy, about to go to my 1st meeting with the court, and I am just told I won some money!

Do I have to give my address on the exemption form?

I have a judgment from New York that have transferred the judgement to Florida and put lien on the debtor's property.

Had a joint cell phone account and was the primary holder. This account got sent to a collection agency

I need to find out what rights my son has as a tenet

Deed was voided by courts. This deed is still showing up as the deed of record, how do you get rid of the deed that was voided?

My home is up for sale to tax deed , can a fammily member purchase the property and keep there paying rent?