Can a judgement and a lien on only home be removed and equity saved by filing bankruptcy?

You can file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and discharge the debt but that does not reverse the lien. You must take the additional step of filing a...

How soon after filing Chapter 7 before my credit card debts are discharged and when can I start rebuilding my finances?

It generally takes four months or so from the time you file a bankruptcy until your debts are discharged. If you have a lawsuit against your...

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Many lawyers do take payment plans and may be able to work with you. You may also want to contact your local bar association as they may have...

Can I get a car loan soon after filing chapter 7 bankruptcy?

It may be very difficult for you to obtain financing while a Chapter 7 case is pending. The new loan would not be included in the bankruptcy...

What options are available to a creditor in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case?

As a creditor, you can seek to have your debt found to be non-dischargeable if it falls within the limited grounds for having debts found to be...

Is filling bankruptcy a good idea for my situation?

Filing a Chapter 7 may be your best option where you can wipe out most of your unsecured debt and get a fresh start, which will substantially...

I filed bankr 2014 chap7. my lawyer an i went to court the judgment was discharged in my favor. then got new bill for same debt

The easiest way to start is to send the creditor a copy of the bill which was sent to you along with a copy of the Discharge of Debtor form which...

I am 26. $60k student loans $30k in credit card and miscellaneous debt. Unemplyed. Exhausted all resources. Best options?

Your student loans are generally non-dischargeable in a bankruptcy proceeding unless you can prove that the repayment would be an undue hardship to...

In CA, is there really a 30 day deadline from the date of a person's passing to submit the will to probate?

There is no 30 day limit on submitting a will to probate but it is best to initiate a probate proceeding within that time frame as the process...

The filing of the bankruptcy will stay the civil suit. In order for the claim to be non-dischargeable, the creditor would need to file an...