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What Assets Do You Lose in Chapter 7?

Sawin & Shea

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a great financial solution for those struggling with debt, especially unsecured debts. With Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you as the debtor can discharge most unsecured obligations after liquidating nonexempt assets. For experienced bankruptcy lawyers in Indiana, contact Sawin & Shea, LLC.

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Will bankruptcy cost you your car?

Roths Child Law

You may have heard you could lose some assets if you file for bankruptcy. One you might not want to lose is your car. You probably rely on your vehicle for many things - for work, to drop your kids at school, do the shopping or ferry your elderly mother about. Will a personal bankruptcy cost you your car?

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Will I Lose Everything If I File for Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

Many people hold misconceptions about filing for bankruptcy. Perhaps the most common misconception is the notion that filing for bankruptcy means that you lose all of your wealth and possessions. In this article, we discuss what exemptions you can expect and what you might lose when filing for bankruptcy.

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Cryptocurrency Bankruptcy vs. Normal Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

With that being said, cryptocurrency bankruptcy has also become more common. Due to the unprecedented nature of cryptocurrencies, many wonder whether these digital holdings are exempt during bankruptcy proceedings. Is Crypto Considered an Asset? Can I Protect My Cryptocurrency Assets During Bankruptcy?

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What You Need to Know if You Are Retired and Filing for Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Retirement is meant to be a time when you can finally relax and do the things you want without having to worry about earning an income and paying your bills. Since 1991, the number of retirees filing for bankruptcy has tripled , with 12.2% of all bankruptcies being filed by people 65 and older. Bankruptcy Options as a Retiree.

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The Dangers of Hiding Assets in a No Asset Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

There are two primary types of bankruptcies that a person might file when struggling to pay their debts: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy , the debtor agrees to a payment plan instead of having their property taken to pay creditors. Nonexempt assets can still be used to pay creditors.

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Indiana Increased Bankruptcy Exemptions in 2022. Here’s How it Affects You.

Sawin & Shea

Indiana allows debtors to exempt assets when filing for bankruptcy up to a certain monetary amount, and that amount recently increased. When filing, you are allowed to exempt a portion of your home’s equity, tangible personal property, and intangible personal property. What Are Bankruptcy Exemptions?