As an individual, you can only protect $400 in what the court calls "general intangibles." This includes bank accounts, cash in your wallet, tax...

Creditors typically want to collect their money in the easiest and fastest way. Garnishing paychecks and seizing funds in the bank are two of the...

Can can I use my car as a trade in if it's in a Chapter 13?

You definitely want to speak to your bankruptcy attorney before you do anything. There are guidelines, which depend on your trustee, on what type...

What are my options in regards to my situation explained below?

If you received an actual garnishment notice, a judgment has already been entered and the creditor's attorneys are going to try to collect the most...

What an I do now that my bankruptcy has been revoked ? Will it show on my credit score ?

Don’t be ashamed! People forget to update their addresses all the time and these things happen. If you had an attorney, contact them immediately so...

Would my fiancée be liable for my current debt if we were to marry and how would she be affected if I filed bankruptcy ?

Your fiancée would not be effected by your filing. Only your credit (which is tied to your social security number) would be effected. This is...

Can I file bankruptcy when my wages are being garnished?

I am sorry to hear about the garnishment. That can cause many issues with all of your other obligations, especially this time of year. You can...

What is difference between chapter 7 and chapter 13

To put it simply, a Chapter 7 is a liquidation of dischargeable debt and Chapter 13 is a reorganization of your debt. There are benefits to each...

What should I do?

Usually, when you are at the garnishment stage, the creditor and their attorney are much less flexible with you because they already know where you...

You should definitely consult with your attorney to ask for clarification. A Chapter 13 plan will not result in you paying more than you owe;...