How long do I have to wait if I file for chapter 13 now and later for chapter 8 when I quit my job?

There are several things for you to consider. First, you can only have one bankruptcy at a time so if you file chapter 13 you would either need to...

Ch13 bankruptcy.........

The bank is likely seeking authorization to discuss a loan modification or short sale. Just because they are asking for authorization does not...

The notice requirements of foreclosure vary from state to state. If you received a Notice of Default under California law the document (sent...

I file chapter13. Iam in a payment plan. i need to convert to a chapter7. i do not want to go with the same attorney.

You have a right to change attorneys. The terminology is "Substitution of Attorney", there is no federal form to accomplish it. The new lawyer...

CA - HOW do I notify the Lender's Trustee of my Bankruptcy filing to stop my sale date?

Now that it's Tuesday night, you may have filed. I agree with the other lawyers, the methods of notice you have in mind will work. I generally...

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy - gift for mortgage arrears?

The law does not limit when a person in bankruptcy can accept a gift nor does the law limit what your family can do with their money. Many people...

BK Judge requested an appraisal re: Motion to Avoid Lien-522(f)-Real Property. Is an "external" appraisal acceptable?

You're concern is that the judge did not say what kind of appraisal you need, correct? If the judge didn't specify what kind of an appraisal then...

I have a discharged ch 7 BK and in the process of short selling my home will my name be listed as the seller or the bank?

You are the owner until the bank actually forecloses and takes title in the name of the bank. The purpose of the short sale is to avoid an actual...

Qualifications for Chapter 7... by changing job

I'm local. I have an office in Walnut Creek (as well as Antioch and Hercules) and I would be glad to sit down and talk to you about the Means...

I am a college student who wants to file for bankruptcy. Do you know if I have to disclose the amount of financial aid?

Grants will be considered income and need to be part of the budget (schedule I) and form B22 (Means Test). Most courts do not consider money you...