In CA, can I convert the proceeds from an aircraft sale (non-exempt) to a home (exempt to $150,000) prior to bankruptcy?

I concur with my California colleagues. The amount of money involved is something that needs to be considered as well as the timing. Additionally,...

Can the US credit card company go after our Mexican home for unsecured debt?

I think the best thing to do is to contact an attorney who can communicate with the debt collection company to either settle the debt, or convince...

Can I buy a car as I prepare to file for bankruptcy?

Purchasing a vehicle in contemplation of filing a bankruptcy can create all kinds of issues. For instance, does the lender know you have retained...

What do I do? How can I make this right? I'm 15 hours away from where I filed my bankruptcy and can't afford to travel.

Adding a creditor to your bankruptcy is a simple administrative process. You will not be going to jail. Inadvertent errors are not a basis to set...

Do I need a lawyer?

On the flip side of things. Aside from the criminal law aspect, you also have a debt aspect. If you are trying to pay bills, and other debt, and...

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A deed in Lieu is a mutual agreed upon process to surrender the property. It cannot be done without the consent of each party. If you want to...

Can a joint tax return be taken to satisfy a default judgment?

I agree with Mr. Taylor. The judgment creditor can do several things to collect on a debt, but tax refund intercept is not one of those. To protect...

My question is, is it possible to fight the car repossession on my credit report? Can I take her to court, anything?

It is a sticky situation and places you in a position to report an identity theft issue with the car lender as well. You could dispute the...

do i have any recource

When this type of question is asked, I like to know what is the goal you are trying to accomplish. Is is recourse against the attorney, or is there...

Can a college collect money from me 6 1/2 years after I allegedly broke a scholarship agreement?

A detailed analysis of you bankruptcy petition and schedules as well as any and all communications have to be conducted. The statute of limitations...