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10 Common Questions About Bankruptcy

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Do Bankruptcies Come in Different Types? There are officially six separate categories of bankruptcy , each designated after a specific section of federal bankruptcy law. However, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are the two types of bankruptcy that are most frequently filed.

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Secured vs Unsecured Debt: Everything You Need to Know

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However, it is important to note that before bankruptcy is declared, lenders can still come after you to get you to pay off the unsecured debt. They may use collection agencies , or they may sue you (asking the court to garnish wages, take an asset, or put a lien on your home).

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What is the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debt?

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To enforce secured debts, your creditors may repossess your car or other vehicles, they may foreclose on your mortgage, or levy against other property you have either pledged as collateral or that is subject to an involuntary lien. How your debt is handled in bankruptcy will depend on which type you file.