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Can you borrow money or buy or sell property while you are in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy ?
Folks who are debtors in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy often need to borrow money from a bank, finance company or other party, while they are still in their Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. For example, their car may have broken down and they may need to borrow money to purchase...
Will you be able to get a student loan after filing for bankruptcy ?
The Bankruptcy Code makes it illegal for government agencies to refuse student loans to those who have filed bankruptcy. 11 USC 525(c). So if you have filed bankruptcy, you are still eligible to receive student loans that are backed by the government (Title IV loans)...
How do you choose the right bankruptcy lawyer ?
Once you have made the decision to at least talk with an attorney or lawyer about the prospect of bankruptcy, then it becomes important to find the right attorney to help guide you. Here are a few tips that I think are important in finding the right attorney to talk...
Bankruptcy is Forgiveness of Debt; a Principle as Old as the Bible
"At the end of every seventh year you are to cancel the debts of those who owe you money. This is how it is to be done. Everyone who has lent money is to cancel the debt; he must not try to collect the money: the Lord himself has declared the debt...
What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ?
Chapter 7 is designed for debtors who are having financial difficulties and are not able to repay their debts.If your current monthly income is above the State Median income you will be required to perform a Means Test to determine if you are eligible for this type of...
Do creditors have you cornered ? Can bankruptcy help ?
Although bankruptcy cases can be complex, many of the procedures and cases are routine. Before filing a bankruptcy case, you or your attorney should analyze your eligibility for different forms of debt relief available under the Bankruptcy Code and which form of...