It could. If the transactions were relatively contemporaneous ... probably not. But if (s)he pays the rent for an extended period of time...

Why, yes - he can ... That is exactly what bankruptcy was designed to do. Contact any California bankruptcy attorney.

I'm not sure what, exactly, you are asking. In general, the bankruptcy stay prevents anyone from pursuing any action against you to collect a debt...

Your liability on the EIDL is dichargeable in a bankruptcy unless the SBA objects to your discharge based on their allegation of fraud on your...

If your husband's assets and property are, indeed, his sole and separate property, then you won't have to exempt it because it will not be part of...

I'm not sure if I'm the only one who read your entire post; but if you have additional co-signers on the lease (not sure what you meant by "in this...

Suing the process server will be a waste of time. If your bankruptcy attorney was aware of the lien, (s)he should have taken steps to avoid...

Yes - you can keep it ... assuming you qualify for CA's >$30k wildcard exemption (basically - you lived here 2 yrs ago). You do have to keep up...

Absolutely. In CA, there's a "wildcard" exemption worth more than $30k which will easily cover your bank account ... and more.

That debt would be dischargeable in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Consult an attorney for more info.