WHAT CAN I DO WHEN MY BUILDING IS WORTH LESS THAN I OWE?
Jun 30, 2014
Since 2008 or so, property values have fallen leaving many people owing more money than their property is worth. If you own a building with rental apartments, you may be able to reduce what you pay to...
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SHOULD I REAFFIRM MY MORTGAGE IN A CHAPTER 7?
May 30, 2014
Many Homeowners file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy who are current on their mortgage and want to keep their home. The question is “Do I reaffirm my mortgage?” As explained below, the answer is usually NO. RE...
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CAN I FILE A NEW BANKRUPTCY CASE
Mar 25, 2014
Folks frequently ask if they are eligible to file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 case. This article will acquaint you with the 2, 4, 6, 8 Rule and give eligibility guidance. SOME PRELIMINARY RULES This art...
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ELIMINATING 2nd MORTGAGES ALSO CALLED LIEN STRIPPING OR CRAMMING DOWN
Mar 10, 2014
Wouldn’t it be nice to get rid of a 2nd mortgage and save thousands of dollars?
Homeowners and other property owners often discover that their property’s market value is less than the balance of th...
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MONEY JUDGMENTS FOLLOWING FORECLOSURE
Mar 01, 2014
What happens after a foreclosure sale when the home does not sell for enough money to pay off the mortgage? Mortgage companies can collect the remaining balance, and this leaves people owing tens of t...
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WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR CAR IS BOOTED
Feb 17, 2014
When you went to your car you found the city has installed a boot on the front wheel. What is going on? And, what can you do? Here's some background and some advice. WHEN DOES THE CITY BOOT A CAR The ...
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TAX PROBLEMS FROM SETTLING DEBT - THE 1099C PROBLEM
Feb 15, 2014
The IRS requires creditors to issue a 1099-C form to individuals who have had their debts forgiven or settled for less than the amount owed. It applies to debts in excess of $600. At some point in tim...
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Automobile Loans in Chapter 13
Jan 27, 2014
If you are wondering how automobile loans are handled when you file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, here are the main points to consider including what to do if the car has been repossessed. How to pay for a...
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The Differences Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13
Oct 04, 2013
Overview Both types of bankruptcy are geared toward individuals rather than companies. Chapter 7 is more streamlined where the court merely evaluates whether you have assets that can be sold to pay you...
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