Chapter 13 was, for many years, referred to as "a wage earners plan" because someone who didn't want to lose property that wasn't protected by...

If neither of the solutions my esteemed colleagues have presented is effective, you may need to find a real estate attorney to sue the creditor and...

There's no way to tell based on the information you provided. A local attorney must review the court record, as courts usually don't order a...

If you successfully completed your bankruptcy AND did not make provisions to change the terms of your vehicle loan or reaffirm it, you can return...

During COVID, the length of Chapter 13 was temporarily extended to help people who suffered financial hardships due to this catastrophe. In...

If you want a discount from a debt collector, two things will persuade them to accept a reduced payoff: 1) make them believe you can't or won't...

If you want specific answers, consult with a local bankruptcy attorney. As a generic answer, bankruptcy might be unnecessary if your "fixed income"...

"Without prejudice" is a legal phrase that means the party has a second chance with their legal proceeding and can "do it over" to correct any...

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Courts usually don't want to get involved in payment arrangements. With a court order, the creditor may seize your property as state law allows. In...