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04/18/2019

If you earn more than the median income for residents in your state, you may not be able to qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. There is, however, a way for even high-income debtors to qualify under Chapter 7.

04/16/2019

If you decide to file for bankruptcy, you should ask an attorney about the Means Test, an artificial test for Chapter 7 cases that assesses your average income and expenses for the past six months. This can help you determine which bankruptcy chapter is best for you.

04/11/2019

There are a lot of ins and outs involved in the bankruptcy process. Every single “t” needs to be crossed, and every “i” needs to be dotted. Bankruptcy attorneys are highly trained and have a great attention to detail to make sure everything’s taken care of.

04/09/2019

I was the co-signor on a loan for my son, who is now considering bankruptcy. How will the bankruptcy affect me? If the loan was unsecured, your son will be off the hook and the lender will then pursue the entire amount of the loan from you.

04/04/2019

Have bankruptcies become more difficult to qualify for since the 2005 revision of federal bankruptcy laws? According to national statistics, by 2010, bankruptcy filings approached the numbers seen before the law was changed, indicating any reduction was only temporary.

04/02/2019

Filing bankruptcy doesn’t mean you lose everything. In fact, the law allows accommodations for items for which you owe money but are making payments. Declaring bankruptcy reduces debt and often makes it easier to stay current on payments for essentials.

03/28/2019

Did you know that bankruptcy can eliminate most of your debts? This is known as a discharge of debts, and removes any legal obligation you have to pay the debts. The best way to get a discharge of debts is to have a bankruptcy attorney take care of the process for you.

03/26/2019

One of the biggest benefits of individual bankruptcy is the ability to liquidate virtually all of your unsecured debts, such as credit cards and some loans. Your debtors can object to having their debt eliminated, but in most cases, unlike fraud was involved that usually isn’t successful.

03/21/2019

Filing bankruptcy can help clear much of your debt load, but some types of debt are unaffected. These include alimony, child support, taxes, fraudulent transactions and similar issues, but consult an attorney to determine how the exemptions may affect you.

03/19/2019

What happens to the money in my savings account when I declare bankruptcy? Cash in your bank accounts will be seized by the bankruptcy trustee to be divided among your creditors. Money in 401Ks and retirement accounts are exempt from seizure.

03/14/2019

It’s important to remember that a bankruptcy can have lasting effects on your credit report, even after it’s been discharged. While bankruptcy can be a good tool for people struggling under the weight of their debt, it’s definitely worth a serious discussion with an attorney before filing to ensure it’s really the best option for you.

03/14/2019

The U.S. Supreme Court introduced a famous phrase in a 1934 bankruptcy case that sums up the purpose of the federal law, which "gives to the honest but unfortunate debtor…a new opportunity in life…."

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Columbus, OH
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