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What you should know about Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Tennessee

Roths Child Law

Many consumers file for Chapter 7, which is known as the liquidation bankruptcy, or Chapter 13, which is known as the wage-earner’s bankruptcy. For people who are considering a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, understanding what this process entails is important.

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Debtor Education Course After Filing for Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Bankruptcy filings for both individuals and businesses are on the rise. Since 2005, a debtor education course from an approved provider is mandatory for anyone who files for bankruptcy. Debtor education classes provide customized guidance based on your unique circumstances.

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Timeline

Debt Free Colorado

Chapter 7 bankruptcy may seem intimidating, but as you can tell from the following infographic, the steps that go into successfully completing your case are pretty straightforward. For those of you who may not be able to view the image, the text follows: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Timeline. 13 bankruptcy.

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Can I Discharge a Private Student Loan in Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

As a result, the majority of debtors who file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy do not get their college loans dismissed. How do bankruptcy courts handle private student loans, however? Are private student loans treated differently by bankruptcy courts? These kinds of debts are called Qualified Education Loans.

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Everything You Should Know About a Judgment Lien in Indiana

Sawin & Shea

If the court rules in their favor, the creditor can file a judgment lien against you, which means that the court has permitted them to forcefully collect that debt from you. If that’s not possible for you, another option is to avoid it through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy court. We Can Help.

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What Happens If I Get a Job After Filing Chapter 7?

Sawin & Shea

In this blog, we take a close look at ways Chapter 7 bankruptcy affects future or current employment. If you have additional questions, we encourage you to read our online articles about filing bankruptcy. What Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Chapter 7 is often referred to as liquidation bankruptcy.

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Need to Know About Debt Negotiation and Settlement?

Sawin & Shea

Bankruptcy can also stop or delay a home or mortgage foreclosure, stop collection actions, stop garnishments and lawsuits. What Do the Various Kinds of Bankruptcy Entail? There are many intricacies that set Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy apart. What does each one mean?