Would it be possible to buy a car while you are in active chp13?

Hi. Yes it possible to buy a new car while in an active Chapter 13. Generally, if you plan on financing a new vehicle, you need to make a motion...

Bankruptcy. does term life insurance with no value need to be listed as an asset on a chapter 7 petition?

Hi, I agree with Ms. Bunce. Full disclosure is best. When you list it you can always put in the description portion that there is no value since...

Can i file chapter 13 and surrender our underwater home going to foreclosure

Hi. Yes you can file a Chapter 13 and indicate that you want to surrender your home. However, this doesn’t mean that your home is automatically...

Can Social Security income be used to determine a chapter 13 plan. In other words, can retiree be pushed into 13 if disposable

Thanks for your question. Yes, Social Security can be used to fund a chapter 13 plan. However, what it seems like you are asking is can extra...

What will happen if i missed to list some debts on schedule F chapter 7 ca

Hello! The quick answer to your questions is yes, you can amend your Schedule F (Unsecured Creditors) at anytime that your case is open....

Filing chapter 7 in CA. But just moved here from WA 8 mos ago. Can someone please provide insight on WA exemptions?

Hello. Given I’m a California licensed attorney, I wanted to offer a general answer to your question. It appears Washington State exemptions can be...

Great question! Generally speaking, YES, you are allowed to enter into a payment plan with the IRS for your current year’s taxes owed. You can...

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Chapter 7. How do I deal with back child/spousal support owed to me? Is this an asset or accts receivable in my petition?

Depending on what jurisdiction you file bankruptcy in, this answer can vary. Generally in California, If your ex is now actually paying the amount...