Need a referral. I'm in need of a military pension division expert. Anyone know anyone in Kansas (near KC)?

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Motion by lender to lift automatic stay (chapter 7) on foreclosure with already "scheduled" auction date.

Most likely the objective of the stay-relief motion is to preserve the April 16 date. Notice of foreclosure sales must be public and typically for...

Paying twice on a old debt?

You have the right to dispute the present collection agency claim, and must do so in writing. You will want to gather up whatever evidence you...

Be very careful here. Your status as a VA disability beneficiary does not protect you from the legal collection activity of your creditors. Only...

I get $504 a month SSI and $222 a month Social Security. How long do I have to report a gambling winning to SSI?

Winnings of this size will not necessarily disrupt your SSI benefits. An SSI beneficiary can have as much as $2,000 in "countable resources,"...

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Can I collect higher SS disability benefits through my spouses higher earning record if I have been married for 4 years?

Social Security disability benefits area available for 1) wage-earners; 2) children of deceased wage-earners; and widows. To qualify for benefits...

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Will this living arrangement qualify my daughter for Medicaid?

The issue is not as much "living independently" as it is having room and board provided at no cost. Since she is paying a reasonable price for it,...

Can you stop CH. 7 bankruptcy after just leaving a down payment but haven't filed yet?

Of course, you are not required to file a bankruptcy petition even though you retained an attorney to start preparing one. Your fee arrangement...

Im on ssi, could a parternship mess my ssi up

SSI is a means-tested welfare benefits for the aged and disables with little income or assets. Income of a spouse is "deemed" to the SSI...

Just been sued for second-- foreclosed three yrs ago-- credit perfect va pre-qual ready to buy- now what? Try to settle?cant bk

Your facts and question are far from clear. For the precise advice you need, consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney. Maybe it won't be...