If I do a strategic walk away from my mortgage- and there is equity, will I be liable for taxes, like income?

This is a complex question because it involves family law and tax issues, as well as real estate law. More information would be needed in order to...

Can a trustee force a sale on a co owned home. Only half the house is in bankruptcy. The ex lives in home.

Let me start by saying that you should definitely speak with an experienced attorney to go through all the facts of this situation before making...

Chapter 7. What is the most recent tax year that is possible to discharge in bankruptcy

The above attorneys are correct regarding the tax discharge rules and the fact that you needed to have filed the return and not had a recent...

Can you file for bankruptcy twice?

You can definitely file bankruptcy again. Which chapters your qualify for depend on the chapter you filed, whether you received a discharge, and...

You are making some incorrect assumptions here. The bank still has a lien against the property. They can continue to charge their monthly mortgage...

Would a BK judge discharge less of my 47K in credit card debt if my annual income increases from 16k to 40k? How about 50k?

I would definitely suggesting setting up a consultation with an attorney in this situation, most have free consultations and you would learn more...

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How is the re-payment plan calculated for chapt 13? I have read it is based on what you tell the courts you can afford?

It would be almost impossible for a person not experienced in chapter 13 bankruptcy to estimate their chapter 13 plan payment in California. There...

Bankruptcy Court

When a bankruptcy case is filed, there is normally only one (sometimes a few more) hearings a client would attend, called the "meeting of...

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How do you deal with a lien when your home loan has been discharged in a Chapter 7 BK.and you want to stay in your home?

Your home loan is never really discharged in a chapter 7 bankruptcy. Sure, it literally could be described as being discharged as to you personally...

Can an unsecured credit card like Citibank take away anyone's vehicles/ Trailer or toys when a credit card has not been paid ?

An unsecured creditor cannot repossess or put liens on real or personal property unless they file a complaint, serve the complaint, and get a...