What is the best way to "walk away" from a mortgage?

There's no simple way to walk away from a mortgage. Your options, as other attorneys mentioned, are to try to short sell, do a "deed in lieu" or a...

Can I re-file my chapter 13 bankruptcy after I voluntarily had it dismissed?

The answer is "it depends". Because your case was dismissed voluntarily, if certain other things happened in your case before that (a motion to...

How do I get started filing for bankruptcy?

First, get together your bills, and know how much you owe on debts such as credit cards, medical bills, and house and car loans. Then, get your...

If you are asking- "does it take the eviction off of my credit report?" the answer is no. If you are asking "does it eliminate my debt to the...

I messaged an attorney through Avvo almost a week ago and still havnt heard back. Is this normal? This site is NOT very helpful

No attorney on this site is required to answer your questions, because you are not his or her client. The site is intended for general information...

When a chapter 7 is denied due to me not taking the credit course prior to filing, when can I refile?

/If your case was dismissed because you didn't take the course before your filed, you may file a new case at any time. You should hire an attorney...

How do you negotiate with a creditor after repossession?

Yes they can sue you even if you don't have the car, because the car finance contract allows them to collect on the whole balance, after the car is...

Can I be on a payment plan with a creditor if I filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy with that same creditor listed?

You should contact your attorney for your Chapter 13, to see which tickets are included in that case. If you got tickets after you filed your...

What are the do's and don'ts of appearing in court without a lawyer for unpaid medical bills?

In addition to what the other attorneys mentioned, it is important to discuss your whole financial situation with a bankruptcy attorney. The...

How do I find out what was discharged in my Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Just because the credit report says "included in bankruptcy" has no effect on the legal status of the debt. Student loans are not discharged in...