Once Chapter 13 Bankruptcy procedures are final if the person would inherit some cash would creditors be entitled to this

The Bankruptcy Code provides that inheritances that are acquired by a debtor within 180 days of the filing of the bankruptcy is property of the...

Will the trustee keep my tax refund checks in my chapter 13 case?

This is an area where local practice controls. In some jurisdictions, it is the practice that the trustee automatically takes the refund. Also,...

Chapter 13

You will have to review the BOA claim to see if the numbers are correct. If BOA has filed an inaccurate claim it will be necessary for you to file...

Should I buy a new car before I file chapter 7 or afterward?

You need to consult with a bankruptcy attorney and discuss the possible risks of incurring new debt before filing for bankruptcy if you intend to...

As my business dwindles, my only income is Social Security. Can the Govt. withhold my Social Security to pay my SBA loan?

Does the SBA have a lien on the condo? Whether or not the SBA will have a right to go after the debt will depend upon whether or not the debt is...

A Domestic Support Obligation is defined to include the interest the support obligation. 11 U.S.C. Sec. 101(14A). The information provided is...

Just filed chapter 7 - How much of my 2010 tax refund are the going to take from me ?

The answer to this question depends upon a number of questions: 1) How large is your refund? If it is small, the trustee may not be interested...

If you question is: When is my first payment due under the Chapter 13 Plan, the answer is that the first payment is due 30 days from the date of...

Arizona is a community property state. My wife filed CH7 and I didnt.

I agree in general with what has been stated previously, expect to note that the discharge does not literally extend to the non-filing spouse, the...

Can trustee still take tax refund?

In addition to the comments of the other attorneys, I would note that certain items, such as Earned Income Credit or Child Care Credits, may be...