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Secured vs Unsecured Debt: Everything You Need to Know

Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In the case of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy , the court appoints a trustee who is in charge of selling off (liquidating) a debtor’s non-exempt assets. Laws called exemption statutes determine what a person or married couple can keep through the Chapter 7 process. If a debt is unsecured, no collateral is put up as a guarantee to pay.

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What is the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debt?

Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 25, 2022

However, which type of bankruptcy you file will also depend on what kind of debt you have. Secured and unsecured debt is handled differently in Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13. What is Secured Debt? Secured debts are a type of debt backed by an asset that is used as collateral. What is Unsecured Debt?

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