In Wisconsin can a bankruptcy trustee take a tax refund that was generated solely by earned income credits?

Yes, it is entirely possible that you owe your 2012 tax refund to the trustee if you used the state exemptions and had not received your refund in...

Question about 1099-c for student loan, bankruptcy and impact on SSI & taxes

I would strongly urge you to speak with and obtain guidance from a qualified CPA. Even if the student loan debt cannot be forgiven using...

I just received notification that I am about to be served a summons for bad debt. Is it too late to settle out of court?

The first thing to do is call an attorney that handles consumer debt actions/bankruptcy attorney. You may have several options available to you...

Is it better to go to court or sign a stipulation? bank has been uncooperative. not room for all details.

As you mentioned, it is hard to understand the situation without all the details. It is impossible for anyone to answer your question unless he/she...

Re: reaffirming mortgage. I did not (in 2010 BK) now want to do a loan modification and can't! Petition Crt / Lender or who??

My colleague is correct that you will be unable to reopen your bankruptcy case to file the reaffirmation agreement. Therefore, you are either going...

Can I dissolve student loans in bankruptcy?

I agree with my colleagues. If you have wages currently and are able to work, it is highly unlikely you will qualify to discharge your student loan...

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My wifes ex took a credit card out in his own name to help my wife (his girlfriend) 3 years ago. Does she have to pay him back?

The answer will be determined by the facts of the case and evidence provided at trial, if the issue isn't settled. Yes, he can bring the lawsuit,...

Refinancing after Chapter 7 Bankruptcy; Bank is asking for reaffirmation of the loan.

Is your chapter 7 case closed? If so, you do not have the ability to reaffirm. The ability to reaffirm extinguishes when the case is closed. If the...

Can the money owed to me personally be included in bankruptcy

Yes, money owed to you personally can be included in a bankruptcy. If you are paid back any money, it will depending on several factors: what...

Is bankruptcy attorney accountable for not having reaffirmed mortage as was agreed?

From a logistical standpoint, you cannot reaffirm the loan now. I agree with the other attorney that reaffirmations are not always in the client's...