What is the law on filing bankruptcy on credit cards only?

You cannot pick and choose the debts included in a bankruptcy. You must disclose all debts. This does not mean, however, that you will ruin your...

Will I get my money back if my building contractor files bankruptcy?

If they file bankruptcy you sound like you'd probably have grounds to successfully object to discharge. Assuming you did, it could take time to...

Non-dischargeable judgment turned to second lien

The lien doesn't determine the dischargeability of the debt, and the lien remains there with the filing of a bankruptcy unless there is a valid...

Does a person have to file for bankruptcy in the county where they live?

Your sister needs to file where she has lived the longest of the past 180 days (in other words at least 91 days). Unless you can make the argument...

How's my house resale value determined in chapter 7 bankruptcy? Market analysis by a realtor okay or need an appraisal done ?

What serves as good evidence of resale value depends on the district, the best way to know whether a market analysis is sufficient is to ask your...

Can they take my car?

If you remain current on the debt, they will not take your car, but you would either be asked to reaffirm the debt (meaning you'd still be...

Can i creditor take my house ?

In order for a creditor to take your house, they must first sue you, win a judgment and file a judgment lien against your house. Until this...

Bankruptcy

Without knowing your equity in the home it is not possible to answer whether a bankruptcy will effect your mortgage. In any event, however, quit...

There is no MAY about this, you MUST declare all assets in your name, it might be that there is no need to worry about it depending on your actual...

I received a discharge of debt on Chapter 7 in 08. Can I file Chapter 13 to eliminate my 2lien holder mortgage?

You really need to consult a local bankruptcy attorney about this issue, and it would be highly dependent on whether you reaffirmed the 2nd...