My home is being foreclosed and been filed with local court, what is next?

When you obtain employment you may have a few options including loan modification, mediation and chapter 13. Until you find employment you may be...

Should someone being sued file bankruptcy before even going to court because they are cash poor and ineligible for aid?

This could be the best course of action. You may wish to file bankruptcy rather than going to court if judgement against you is a foregone...

My husband listed me on his bankruptcy without my knowledge. none of the debts are mine. what can i do about it?

I agree with the other attorney's answers, but I doubt you could be listed as a joint Debtor on the petition-you would have to have signed the...

My daughter is taking Chap 7 Bankruptcy. Her name is on the deed of my home. Can her creditors take a lien against my house?

The answer depends on how much equity is in your home-or value of your home after any outstanding mortgages (including home equity loans are paid)....

Can I get a Chapter 13 plan approved if I have an existing agreement with the federal government to repay a priority debt?

To answer the question you posed: You can file chapter 13 and include the proper treatment of this claim in your plan. Any preexisting payment...

What is the exemption in a Bankruptcy for a personal vehicle in MaryIand if you are a co-signer/co-debtor?

I agree with Attorney Oakley with all he has said. I would recommend you seek the advice of an attorney to protect problems down the road. I...

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Can someone recomend a lawyer in Maryland that specializes in Mortgage Modification and/or Consumer protection?

You may have some options regarding the first and second loans. If the second loan is fully unsecured you should consider attempting to negotiate a...

Can 2nd mortage company foreclose after putting lien on property

You should consult an attorney that practices in the area of bankruptcy, loan modification and debt settlement. You have some options 1) you may...

What happens if I don't appear at my house mediation?

I agree you should consult your attorney about appearance at the mediation hearing. You mention a mediation hearing, which indicates to me that...

If I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in order to get rid of a rental property, when can I stop making payments on it?

Do not pay the mortgage until you get a second opinion. I agree with what you have said in your question. If you are surrendering the property you...