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Bankruptcy Basics - Part 1: Introduction
What is bankruptcy? What happens in a bankruptcy case? Bankruptcy is a legal process that provides relief for individuals who can no longer pay all of their debts. If you are considering bankruptcy, this video will give you basic information about the process, the relief it offers, and how to find the legal help you may need.
What is bankruptcy? What happens in a bankruptcy case? Bankruptcy is a legal process that provides relief for individuals who can no longer pay all of their debts. If you are considering bankruptcy, this video will give you basic information about the process, the relief it offers, and how to find the legal help you may need.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 2: Types of Bankruptcy
A brief review of the three main types of bankruptcy cases for individuals chapters 7, 11, and 13. The most common types of bankruptcy are chapter 7, which are liquidating bankruptcy, and chapter 13 cases, often used by individuals who want to catch up on past due mortgage or car loan payments and keep their assets.
A brief review of the three main types of bankruptcy cases for individuals chapters 7, 11, and 13. The most common types of bankruptcy are chapter 7, which are liquidating bankruptcy, and chapter 13 cases, often used by individuals who want to catch up on past due mortgage or car loan payments and keep their assets.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 3: Limits of Bankruptcy
Certain types of debt, such as child support, alimony, and most student loans, cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. Wrongful conduct may make some debts non-dischargeable. Examples of such conduct are incurring credit card charges without the intent or ability to repay, or obtaining loans using false financial information.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 4: Filing for Bankruptcy
How does someone file a bankruptcy case? In order to file for bankruptcy, an individual must take a credit counseling course to learn about alternatives to bankruptcy as well as accurately complete and file a number of documents.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 5: Creditors' Meeting
Every debtor is required to appear at a creditors' meeting conducted by a trustee who asks the debtor questions about the debtor's financial condition and gives creditors the opportunity to do the same.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 6: Bankruptcy Crime
A debtor must be honest and accurate in dealing with the court or face serious consequences, including being charged with a bankruptcy crime.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 7: Courts Hearings
In some cases, a debtor may be required to appear at hearings before a bankruptcy judge.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 8: The Discharge
Debtors are usually able to discharge most or all of their debts. Once a debt is discharged, a creditor may not attempt to collect it from the debtor.
Bankruptcy Basics - Part 9: Legal Assistance
When does someone need a lawyer for a bankruptcy case? Individuals have a right to represent themselves in court, but bankruptcy is a complex area that involves many considerations including whether to file, what chapter to file under, and what exemptions to claim. It is important to understand all of the protections of the bankruptcy code in order to make full use of them.
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With so many alternatives to managing debt, it is important to discuss all of your options with an experienced and knowledgeable professional.
Call us at 201-478-7412, or fill out the form below, to schedule an initial FREE phone consultation.
Our first conversation will simply be to talk about your financial situation and identify the best solution to fit your circumstances.
Whether you qualify for bankruptcy, need to respond to a foreclosure or other lawsuit from a creditor, we will provide you with valuable information for you to make an informed and educated decision that is most appropriate for your situation.