I was wondering if I contact the creditor with my vehicle before or after I file?

There is nothing wrong with you contacting the creditor before you file. That way you can tell them what you are planning to do and make sure the...

No one can be made to stay in chapter 13. Its back to there is no involuntary servitude for payment of debt. The real question is will you qualify...

Can medical bills be dismissed in bankruptcy?

Remember the day of service will be the critical time for possible bankruptcy filing. Debts you owe up until you file can be discharged in...

In most cases you will want to hold on to the car until the trustee says it is OK to give car to finance company. The company may file a motion...

In what Court and manner would I bring a proceeding to ask for this?

The fact is, you did file a Chapter 13 proceeding. The credit bureau is reporting this fact which has nothing to do with whether you finished the...

I believe you are trying to say that the creditor did not file a claim in your Chapter 13. If you dismiss the case, it is basically putting...

I think you mean you filed a chapter 7 not a 13. Most 13's last between 3 to 5 years. In a 7 the critical date for debts is the filing date. What...

What can I do? I have gotten myself into the trap of high interest installment loans & it has snowballed.

You might could consider filing a Chapter 13, however, based on the statement in your question, you would not be eligible for a Discharge in a...

Does a custodial parent who is owed $8000 in arrears need to go to meeting of the creditors to contest a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

You do not have to attend the 341 hearing but you might learn a lot about his case if you do. You do need a lawyer to determine if you need to do...

If your 401-k funds were exempted and the Trustee files a no asset report in your case you should be OK. This is something you need to discuss with...