By Jeff Field | Published June 29, 2017 | Posted in Chapter 7, Personal Bankruptcy | Leave a comment
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Redeeming Property in Chapter 7
Bankruptcy is intended to provide individuals with a fresh start. 11 USC 722 of the Bankruptcy Code provides one potentially valuable tool that Jeff Field & Associates can help you utilize to obtain your fresh start. Under 11 USC 722 of the Bankruptcy Code, which is available only in chapter 7 bankruptcy, you may redeem Read More
Read MoreCan Unlisted Debts Still be Discharged in my Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Are Unlisted Debts Discharged in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? There are two factors that determine if unlisted debt can be discharged in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it is your responsibility as the Debtor to list all of your debts to the best of your knowledge. Any unlisted debts are Read More
Read MoreTiming Matters When Determining Dischargeability of Tax Debts
Income taxes are dischargeable in bankruptcy under certain circumstances. The three main rules of dischargability are as follows. First, the tax must be for a tax year for which a return was due (including any extension) at least three years prior to the date of filing (the “three-year rule”). Second, the tax must have been Read More
Read MoreWill Debts Be Removed from Your Credit Report After Bankruptcy?
A recent decision by Bank of America and JP Morgan will provide some additional relief to people who have filed for bankruptcy across the United States. The two companies finally reached an agreement to update the credit reports of borrowers within the next several months to show they have settled their debts. This is a Read More
Read MoreCould You Be Evicted During a Bankruptcy in Georgia?
When you file for bankruptcy protection, certain federal and state laws determine whether a landlord has the right to evict you. Specific factors requiring your attention include the timing of the bankruptcy filing and any eviction proceedings taking place. Will bankruptcy stop eviction in Georgia? During a bankruptcy proceeding you cannot be evicted as an Read More
Read MoreExamples of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Protection in Georgia
Is Chapter 13 bankruptcy available to protect a person who is behind on child support or alimony payments and has been jailed or is facing an attempt to jail him or her? State court judges have the power to sanction a person for contempt of court for failing to comply with state court Orders requiring Read More
Read MoreDo You Have to Be Completely Broke to File for Bankruptcy?
The idea that you need to be flat broke to seek bankruptcy protection is a misconception. The amount of money you make and the amount of debt you have are not the sole factors that determine whether or not you should file for bankruptcy. However, although there is not a minimum amount of debt required Read More
Read MoreShould You Max Out Credit Cards if You Plan on Filing for Bankruptcy Soon Anyway?
Should You Max Out My Credit Cards Before Filing Bankruptcy In Georgia? You should not max out credit cards before filing bankruptcy in Georgia. Purposefully maxing out credit cards prior to filing can be fraud and have your case thrown out of court, lead to fines, or even get you jail time. Here is what Read More
Read MoreWill a Judge Always Approve a Bankruptcy Plan?
Unfortunately, putting together a bankruptcy plan is not always as easy as writing it down and getting a judge to approve it. In some cases, the judge has the right to reject a plan, as was highlighted in a recent U.S. Supreme Court case. In the case, the Supreme Court ruled against a Massachusetts man Read More
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