Can I declare bankruptcy

It sounds like bankruptcy is something you should certainly consider, but whether it is a good solution for you will depend on numerous additional...

I live in Washington state which is a community property state. Can I file bankruptcy on my own without it affecting my husband

Your bankruptcy filing will not affect your husband's credit rating. Your husband may still be affected by your bankruptcy filing if you have...

Is there a time limit that i can amend shcedile F in my chapter 7 case?

You can certainly amend Schedule F and the creditor matrix while the case is still open, and if you have omitted creditors from your filing, you...

Ms. Straus and Mr. Berkus are both correct. A Chapter 7 attorney can charge whatever is reasonable under the circumstances. Like Mr. Berkus said,...

Do you think bankruptcy is my best choice? Joint or single?

What your best option would be depends on your entire financial situation, including the values of your assets and whether those assets can be...

If I had a judgement against an old loan can I still file bankruptcy on it.

You must include it in your bankruptcy paperwork just as you must include all debts, however, whether or not it will be discharged depends on the...

Can filing bankruptcy clear you of student debt?

Student loans, whether private or government insured, are not dischargeable in bankruptcy. The only exception would be if your boyfriend filed an...

The trustee can go as far back as is relevant, and yes, they can go back many years. How far they go back in time depends on the information at...

Non-support obligations owed to a spouse as a result of a divorce decree are dischargeable in a Chapter 13. You might consult with a bankruptcy...

May I sell my house after I claim bankruptcy and be able to keep the money?

The mortgage lender is entitled to have their lien paid off. You can't sell a house without taking care of all the outstanding liens. Chapter 7...