Bankruptcy and Foreclosure

The simple answer is "yes". The more complicated answer is that "it depends on what you want to do with the house". You need to talk to a good...

How can I prevent from loosing an inheritance while in Chapter 13

I agree with Attorney Oney. You need to talk to your bankruptcy attorney. If you do not have one, then I recommend that you hire someone or talk...

You will need to talk to a good real estate attorney about abandonment and adverse possession. I have no idea if either apply in your case, but it...

How can I verify that I have a legitimate law firm that will do what they say?

Personally, I would not hire a law firm that was not located in the state where I live and my property is located. The prior answer is correct -...

No. If you do not pay a debt secured by your home then the lender can foreclose. You can investigate chapter 13, but understand that chapter 13s...

The land was sold in 2009 at a tax auction and the lender is now trying to collect on the mortgage.

Just because there was a tax lien auction does not mean that you do not owed the debt secured on the real property. You really need to meet with a...

If I file for bankruptcy, does the back I'm using for credit card sales have the right/ability to keep my credit card sales?

Bankruptcy is a very complicated process. When you complicate it with both personal and business issues then it is extremely challenging. It is...

Can bankruptcy protect someone from a bank going after the deficiency on a foreclosed home ?

Yes, but please understand that bankruptcy is a very complicated process. It is wise to talk to an experienced bankruptcy attorney before deciding...

How long should in deed of lieu take to finish final paperwork

Be very careful about signing either a deed in lieu of foreclosure or a short sale without competent legal advice. You could be waiving some...

We're behind on mortgage due to a trustee of the court's negligence and blatant disregard for law and his job.

I believe you are describing either a chapter 13 or chapter 11 bankruptcy. If a chapter 13 the debtor can request the trustee to provide a list of...