What does a bankruptcy trustee do exactly?

A Ch7 bankruptcy trustee administers Chapter 7 cases. His role is to determine whether there are assets to liquidate; to review claims of...

Is it easier to get a chapter 7 discharge than a chapter 13?

Way easier! ... assuming you qualify for Ch7.

Are variable annuities considered as exempt asset for chapter 13 bankruptcy in CA

Generally, investing in annuities after contributing the max to IRAs/401(k)s does not protect that cash from creditors. You can probably exempt...

Probably not. If you cashed this check before filing BK and did not spend the cash, then you no doubt listed the cash on your Schedule B and...

I have a case that has just been filed for dismissal on April 15, 2013 due to struggling to make payment. how do i get our of it

Mr Walton is correct. Dismissal is not a foregone conclusion ... you can object to the motion to dismiss, but you'll need an attorney to keep the...

Can a creditor (lumber company) refuse to do business with me after filing bankruptcy and discharging debt owed to them?

They can choose not to do business with you, but they are being foolish if they do ... since you can't file another Ch7 for 8 yrs. Why would they...

If you are 18 months into a chapter 13 plan that is on a 3 year plan and your income goes over median can they make you do 5yr

No ... the Applicable Commitment Period is based on your Current Monthly Income as presented on your B22 at the time of filing.

There is no need to automatically include bank statements. If you are self-employed, the Trustee may ask to see them to verify the gross receipts...

Already in chapter 13, husband became very ill, chapter 13 will be dismissed , dont want to lose our house what should we do

You can file another Ch13 and possibly propose lower monthly payments than what you were paying. But, if you cannot make your mortgage payments,...

How many times can I Chapter 13 in one year?

PLease see other response to this duplicate question. Additionally, an AP does not usually delay your Discharge ... it simply determines whether a...

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