We are buying a house contract for deed and now the legal owners have filed bankruptcy. What happens to us now?

You are making many assumptions that may not be warranted. Take everything to an attorney knowledgeable in bankruptcy and real estate and let the...

If my assets are over the exemption, will the trustee come after cash or my car?

While your attorney will want to consider all the details, you may not have any concern. The trustee will act reasonably and, factoring his own...

How can i file for back injury, can i even do it?

You are facing a serious physical situation that at some level is likely to impact your life forever. You clearly have legal hurdles with benefits...

How much do unsecured creditors get in a Chapter 13 when there is an asset?

There is much to cover in your fact statement. Most important, however, is the clear need for an attorney. I do not recommend filing bankruptcy...

How can we sell a property my dead parents left? It is a small lot in Florida fully paid. Taxes paid yearly.

Contact a real estate attorney in Florida or repost your question using the location of the property and the category real estate. Likely, with...

Can I assume a home by paying the taxes and getting a quick claim deed as the sole surviving child?

You should be cautious and get legal advice through an attorney practicing real estate in Northern Illinois (assuming the property location is the...

I am sorry for your loss. While some general guidance can be provided here, you should meet with an attorney regulary practicing probate law in...

The facts are not absolutely clear and there are always unknowns in a forum like this. Your probate attorney should advise you and look more...

It is not quite so straightforward that this can be answered without knowning more. Your attorney, of course, has the information at his or her...

When I fill in my unemployment income on my bankruptcy do I put in what I receive monthly?

Most items in your petition set are set up as monthly entries, with the exception of, for example, the income to be listed in the Statement of...