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Who Can Declare Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

If you’re struggling with overwhelming debts, Chapter 7 bankruptcy could be your best option. 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. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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What Can I Keep if I File For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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In this article, we will walk you through Indiana debt collection laws and some of the many exemptions that help you keep your personal, real, or intangible assets when you file for a Chapter 7 in the State of Indiana. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? The post What Can I Keep if I File For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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Questions to Ask a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Lawyer Before Filing for Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

At Sawin & Shea, LLC, our Chapter 7 Bankruptcy lawyers have helped clients just like you in the Indianapolis and surrounding areas. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? When you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it is only your unsecured debts that will be eligible for discharge.

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Debt Consolidation vs Bankruptcy: Which is Better?

Sawin & Shea

We regularly see people who have lost time, money, and points on their credit score only to get sued and be faced with garnishments while in these programs. Pros & Cons of Bankruptcy Bankruptcy, like other methods of debt management, has its benefits and drawbacks.

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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Your Job and Future Credit? 

Sawin & Shea

For example, if you have been having your wages garnished to pay back a persistent creditor, your employer would be aware that this is no longer necessary since you are in the process of Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Will my bankruptcy show up on a pre-employment check?

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What Is the Impact of Bankruptcy on Professional Licenses and Certifications?

Sawin & Shea

Professional Licenses and Loan Defaults While a bankruptcy filing alone shouldn’t ruin your chances of obtaining a license, defaulting on certain loans and debts can. It is against the law for an employer to fire you on the basis of your bankruptcy, and this includes both government and private employers.

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Dealing With Debt From COVID-19

Debt Free Colorado

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. Student Loans. You should call your student loan servicers about forbearance, which will temporarily stop or reduce your payments.