I need to know about filing for bankruptsey. i owe approx. 18,ooo.00 in credit card debit and approx. 16,000.00 inmedical and

Probably you will want to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy once all the bills for your medical problems are received. Your SSD income can be protected...

Would a lawyer help me settle a credit card judgement debt for less than what I owe?

Yes. He or she can also advise you about the tax consequences of canceling debt.

Do I list my medical costs when I have insurance under The Affordable Care Act?

Generally I recommend waiting to file the bankruptcy to see if you will owe anything on the medical bills. There may be a reason why you may not...

Which state do I start the process in to recoup $50K I am owed?

Sue in Oregon. Hire an attorney who represents creditors.

My ex husband and I filed bankruptcy seperately. Mine was in 2009. In my bankruptcy I wrote off three different properties.

If you cannot get approval for a home loan because your are still on title to the properties, you need to quit claim your interest in the...

Can I challenge a garnishment or should I look at bankruptcy?

I suggest obtaining a complete copy of the case file from the court and have it reviewed by an attorney to see if there is legal basis for filing a...

Bankruptcy in Oregon

You can protect the $9,000 inheritance in bankruptcy because if you claim exemptions based on federal law rather than state law, there is a "wild...

Bankruptcy laws in Oregon

The answer to your question depends in part on the amount of money or value of property you will receive as an inheritance. If the amount or value...

Does noncollectable status change if you make $21000 on disability and go off Medicaid

The IRS determines collectability based on income and reasonable expenses needed to meet minimal financial survival. If you go off Medicaid, you...

I suggest meeting with a bankruptcy attorney right away to determine if you can discharge the taxes in bankruptcy and to advise you on how to...