There are two common bankruptcy actions for an individual or couple who are overwhelmed by debt to pursue. One is a Chapter 7 action, where the debt is dischargeable and there is no plan to repay creditors, other than the debtors continuing to meet their obligations to secured creditors. There is an … [Read more...]
The Basic Steps of a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case
In deciding to file for Chapter 13 protection, it is necessary to gather all relevant documents, including bills, financial statements, mortgages, loans, and outstanding tax debt. As part of the preparation, it is necessary to list all secured creditors and debt separate from unsecured debt. … [Read more...]