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Will a Bankruptcy Trustee Contact My Employer?

Sawin & Shea

In this blog, we discuss situations in which your employer will be notified about your bankruptcy, and we also cover whether or not you can be legally fired for declaring bankruptcy. Will My Employer Be Notified About My Bankruptcy? If a potential employer runs a background check, they’ll discover your bankruptcy.

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What Happens to My Personal Loan After Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

A variety of factors determine whether or not you’ll be able to discharge all of certain personal loans, including whether the loan is secured or unsecured and whether you file via Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Common unsecured loans include: Bank loans with no collateral. Payday loans. Signature loans.

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Getting Approved for a Loan After Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Con: Chapter 7 bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: In this type of bankruptcy, you and the bankruptcy trustee make a structured plan to pay off a percentage of your debts over a 3-5 year payment plan under the court’s protection. 30% Amounts owed.

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Everything You Should Know About a Judgment Lien in Indiana

Sawin & Shea

If the creditor has your date of birth and social security number, they may be able to garnish your bank account and apply that money toward your debt balance. If that’s not possible for you, another option is to avoid it through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy court.

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What is an Emergency Bankruptcy Filing?

Sawin & Shea

Those filing an emergency bankruptcy receive an automatic stay even before completing certain documents. If you’re in an emergency situation such as wage garnishment, eviction, or pending repossession filing an emergency bankruptcy may be right for you. Unsure of Whether to File for an Emergency Bankruptcy?

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Dealing With Debt From COVID-19

Debt Free Colorado

If neglected long enough they will sue you and attempt to garnish your wages and take money from your bank account, but if you’re not working and don’t have any money in the bank account these are empty threats.

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What Not To Do Before Filing Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

The law dictates that charging more than $1,000 on any card within 90 days of filing for bankruptcy without the intent to pay the bill for these charges is fraud. Plus, nonpayment of these charges can result in a judgment that garnishes your wages and bank accounts.