Yes, all debts must be disclosed including overpayment of food stamps. Whether or not such a debt is dischargeable is not known from the limited...

What is benefit of reaffirming my auto loan just prior to filing Chapter 7?

You can't reaffirm a debt until AFTER the case is filed. Trading the Volvo in should be done prior to the BK. More information is needed to give...

NAME OF TRUST OR OTHER DEVICE?

I concur fully with the advice given by my colleagues and add the following: Virtually all non-lawyer assisted Chapter 13s fail and are dismissed...

It sounds like you are not using a BK lawyer in your case. Bad idea. BK is not a DIY project. Find/consult/hire a BK lawyer by clicking the Avvo...

Is a hearing for a motion to remove stay from chapter 13 bnkruptcy considered and "adversary proceeding"?

If you are the debtor you do not get witness fees.

I won a judgment against my ex husband 5 months ago and now he has filed a chapter 7 bankruptcy (no-assets). He makes over $7k

Intentional destruction of your personal property may be one of the so-called "Bankruptcy Crimes" set forth in 11 USC §523. This is not a DIY...

I recently filed chap 7 this week and I put I want to re-affirm my car loan however if I change my mind would that neg affect me

A debtor can rescind a reaffirmation agreement up to 60 days after it is signed or before the discharge date, whichever happens first.

Which bankruptcy fits me?

Your question has several "moving parts". The best advice anyone can give you is to click the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer". Many of us offer a free...

Can I lose my home? Or retirement money?

More information is needed to give you useful advice. BK is not a DIY project. Your case has several "moving parts". I strongly urge you to...

Will my good credit rating prior to Chapter 7 have any bearing on rebuilding credit after Chapter 7?

The credit reporting agencies have your credit score on a kind of "automatic pilot" meaning it is the result of your credit experience. A BK takes...