Can a bank keep a lien on a property when the account was included in bankruptcy and discharged then put into charge-off status?

depending on the type of lien, it can. If the lien was a valid perfected mortgage then the lien will always stay on the real estate unless it is...

Can they legally change the account open date and if a judgment is made how long does it stay on my credit report.

The date Portfolio Recovery is reporting is most likely the date the account was opened with them. Judgments and negative reporting usually stays...

Pl. advice what forms to use to file chapter 13 and chapter 7 seperately? and where do i get the forms? Thank you.

You can find the federal bankruptcy form on the website listed below but as the other attorneys have already stated, virtually all chapter 13 cases...

Can I fight an old debt that's been mismanaged by a collector?

If the debt is now with a collection agency you may have some defenses and or claims against the current creditor under the Fair Debt Collection...

How do we handle lawsuit 1st? They "served" the paperwork for my husband to my Mother who was here.Only 1 page. Does that count?

If you are represented by experienced counsel a bankruptcy is usually not as painful of a process as it seems. You should meet with an experienced...

What do I do? How can I make this right? I'm 15 hours away from where I filed my bankruptcy and can't afford to travel.

If you had an attorney you should notify them of this omitted lawsuit as soon as possible. If you did not have an attorney and represented...

Should I file bankruptcy?

Depending on the type of debt you have, your assets and income, bankruptcy may be a great solution to your debt problems. If you debt is general...

What happens now? And could this still be settled if I contacted the attorney?

It is not to late to satisfy this judgment through a settlement offer with or without an attorney. A judicial lien only attached to property that...

If you are being billed by the dentist that did the work you should ask for an itemization of the bill as suggested by the other great attorney...

What can I do? I am about to get public assistance for housing.

I agree with Mr. Nixon's great advise. There are a number of different income based repayment plans that would help you consolidate your student...