Sawin & Shea

MARCH 13, 2024

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. Entering a reaffirmation agreement is a way that debtors in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy keep collateral attached to secured debt like houses or cars.

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Roths Child Law

APRIL 6, 2023

If you earn a decent, steady paycheck but you’re still struggling to pay your debts on time, it may be worth considering filing for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy Code. This opportunity will allow you to benefit from the protections of the automatic stay and the issuance of a discharge at the end of the bankruptcy process.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 20, 2024

If you’re worried about garnishments, foreclosures , lawsuits, repossessions , or other consequences of your debt, connect with an experienced bankruptcy lawyer at Sawin & Shea as soon as possible. A bankruptcy attorney helps someone clarify and organize their finances while getting most types of debt discharged.

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Sawin & Shea

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Filing Again After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. If you plan to file again after previously filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy the following time limits apply. Filing Successive Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Cases. Filing Chapter 13 After a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Filing Again After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. If you plan to file again after previously filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy the following time limits apply. Filing Successive Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Cases. Filing Chapter 13 After a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 2, 2023

Many people ask, when should you file for bankruptcy? You can file for bankruptcy in two different ways: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy centers on liquidating assets, while Chapter 13 bankruptcy focuses on reorganization.

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Sawin & Shea

APRIL 26, 2023

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.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 7, 2023

Cosigner Responsibilities: Bankruptcy and Debt Collection If a primary borrower declares bankruptcy, the co-signer associated with the debt may be responsible to pay back creditors, but this will depend on the type of bankruptcy that the primary debtor filed.

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Albuquerque Law

JANUARY 13, 2022

These factors – as well as many others – could in fact impact the time of year you file bankruptcy. This is why it is often beneficial to consult experienced counsel when considering Chapter 7 bankruptcy or another chapter, so you can ensure you are eligible and move forward strategically to secure your financial future.

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

What’s the Difference Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13? Put simply, Chapter 7 is a liquidation while Chapter 13 is about reorganization. In the case of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy , the court appoints a trustee who is in charge of selling off (liquidating) a debtor’s non-exempt assets.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 4, 2021

For the lender, it’s all about the bottom line, and if they think they can get more money from a foreclosure, they won’t agree to a short sale. What if you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy? Is it better than bankruptcy? The debt will show as “discharged in bankruptcy” if you file a Chapter 7 or 13.

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Credit Corp

JUNE 14, 2023

Your creditor may sell your charged-off debt to a collection agency for pennies on the dollar. The collection agency may then attempt to collect the debt anew. Foreclosures and Short Sales: Seven Years A foreclosure can remain on your credit reports for seven years from the date the foreclosure was filed.

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Sawin & Shea

DECEMBER 22, 2021

You have enough to do during the holidays without worrying about creditors calling to collect their debt. Choosing to file for bankruptcy earlier in the year gives you peace of mind that collections companies will leave you alone during the holiday season. Sawin & Shea Can Help You Time Your Bankruptcy Case Properly.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 11, 2024

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy There are 6 types of bankruptcy, but two of the most common types are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Each type of bankruptcy is named after the chapter of the code that describes it.) There are some key differences between these two types of bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 24, 2020

Bankruptcy will wipe out credit card debt, medical bills, and personal loans, but will not eliminate primary obligation debt; things like student loans, child and spousal support, and newer tax debt. Bankruptcy can also stop or delay a home or mortgage foreclosure, stop collection actions, stop garnishments and lawsuits.

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Collection Industry News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

However, over the past several years, the civil courts in most states have been overrun by debt collection cases against consumers. The increase in lawsuits filed against consumers for unpaid medical debt, credit card bills, automobile loans and other collection issues comes as no surprise to attorneys and others working in the industry.

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Debt Free Colorado

MARCH 3, 2023

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. Chapter 7 is known as liquidation in bankruptcy legislation.

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Debt Free Colorado

APRIL 9, 2020

You can work directly with the mortgage lender on a loan modification, or reach out to the Colorado Foreclosure Hotline for free assistance. While credit cards and other unsecured loans are almost always the most aggressive when it comes to collecting debts, they should generally be your lowest priority. Credit Cards.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 21, 2023

Unfortunately, not everyone filing Chapter 13 will complete the repayment process. If the bankruptcy court has your Chapter 13 bankruptcy dismissed, you’ll need to refile or find another method for overcoming your debts, such as Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Additionally, businesses can file an emergency bankruptcy under Chapter 11, but this is rare. Those filing an emergency bankruptcy receive an automatic stay even before completing certain documents. An automatic stay is an injunction prohibiting creditors from collecting debts.

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Fraser

JUNE 25, 2020

The debtor is required to serve all known creditors with notice of the commencement of the chapter 11 case. An “automatic stay” is imposed as of the petition date, which prevents creditors from taking any further action, such as pursuing collection activity, related to a pre-petition debt. Fraser Trebilcock Attorney Amanda S.

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