Sawin & Shea

MARCH 9, 2022

Firstly, you need to understand the difference between unsecured and secured debts. Unsecured debts refer to debts that don’t have collateral. Some examples of unsecured debts include, but are not limited to, repossessions deficiencies, old lease balances, medical bills, cash advance loans, and credit card debts.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 25, 2022

While bankruptcy itself can also be scary, it is often the best option if you have too much debt to get a handle on your financial situation. 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.

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Sawin & Shea

JULY 22, 2020

It’s a smart choice to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Your bankruptcy plan will allow you to catch up on payments and settle your debts while giving you a chance to keep your home treasured belongings. If you have a job but you’re struggling to make your payments every month, Chapter 13 can help.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 18, 2023

Chapter 7 is the most common form of bankruptcy for individuals and families, and it allows you to discharge many of your unsecured debts within only a few months. Before turning to this option, you need to know who can declare Chapter 7 bankruptcy, disqualifying factors, and the overall filing process.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 30, 2023

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is a Federal Bankruptcy Court-sanctioned debt reorganization plan. It works through reorganization, as opposed to liquidation, and you do not have to pass the Chapter 7 means test. Under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, you have time and a plan in which to repay your debts.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 13, 2024

A reaffirmation agreement is a document that re-obligates a debtor to repay a particular debt, such as a car loan, mortgage, or other loan type. It basically serves as a legally binding promise that the person filing for bankruptcy will resume making payments in full and on time to the creditor.

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Roths Child Law

JANUARY 31, 2023

Filing the wrong chapter Personal bankruptcies fall into two categories - Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. It is important that you understand how these types of bankruptcies differ. Bankruptcy can give you a fresh start. Still, others delay the process in an attempt to “buy time.”

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Roths Child Law

DECEMBER 15, 2021

If you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, your non-exempt debts are liquidated so creditors can receive some payment for your accounts. If you file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you’ll have to make regular payments to the bankruptcy trustee to pay off a specific portion of your debts.

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Titan Consulting

AUGUST 23, 2020

If you do not qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy to liquidate your debts, you may be required to pay back a significant portion of your debts under a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, and still suffer the negative impact to your credit score. Chapter 7 liquidates assets and discharges qualified debts.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 7, 2023

Co-signers are beneficial for those seeking to obtain loans and credit cards. If you have a co-signer associated with your debt or if you are a co-signer, you need to be aware of how financial liability works and what happens when the primary debtor declares bankruptcy. Plus, being a co-signer can help a debtor build credit.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 11, 2024

Staring down mountains of debt can feel overwhelming. Medical bills, credit cards, payday loans, and struggling businesses – it can seem like the letters and calls from creditors will never stop. Bankruptcy filings for both individuals and businesses are on the rise.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 14, 2023

Declaring Bankruptcy Before a Divorce If you’re on good terms with your spouse and are struggling with unsecured debts, you may want to consider filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy before your divorce. Additionally, filing for bankruptcy before a divorce can save you the headache of dealing with creditors in the future.

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Debt Free Colorado

MARCH 3, 2023

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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Debt Free Colorado

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Consider your income, assets, creditors, expenditures, and your ability to pass the means test while selecting between Chapter 13 and Chapter 7. You should get legal assistance from a knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney in Denver. The United States Bankruptcy Code governs both chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy.

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