You have to include all debts that exist at the time you file bankruptcy. Your attorney can provide a letter to them that allows them to send you...

How much equity can I have in my home to file chapter 7 married spouse is permanently disabled I am working

I would recommend that you sit with an experienced bankruptcy attorney and have that person handle your bankruptcy. I realize you would not...

What are the options when only one spouse files bankruptcy?

When parties are married in California (where I practice) I recommend that both parties file. I recommend this because we incorporate both parties...

Chapter 7 California. If filing but live in and own home 50/50 with girlfriend, will I be able to take full 100k exemption. Kids

I have always maintained that once you have children or real estate you should not file legal paperwork without the benefit of an attorney. For...

Can I file a partial Chapter 7 online at no charge to stop an auction sale date of my home immediately?

I have filed thousands of bankruptcies and always avoid filing partial or what we call skeletal bankruptcies. These end up problematic as you are...

Can the court dismiss the bankruptcy case if the debtor clear the debt balance?

I agree with my colleagues that there might be some additional facts your attorney knows that we do not. Call and schedule a meeting with your...

I'm in a confirmed chapter 13 and I would like to get into a Chapter 7.

When you say "only $5,000" left it sounds to me as though there are minimum payments left. If that is the case I would recommend (from the little...

There are several factors in determining your payment. The 2 big ones are the excess income and liquidation analysis. If you make "too much" for a...

While you are fine to represent yourself in legal matters I have always said once you have children or own real estate you should no longer opt to...

Can i lease a car in mid chapter 7 bankruptcy? And on Permanent Disabilities.?

You can lease or finance a car while in chapter 7. As stated by my colleagues financing might present issues. There are several reputable lenders...