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Can a Secured Creditor Refuse to Sell the Collateral?

Jimerson Firm

Any secured creditor, large or small, may encounter a situation in which it is preferable to retain or recover the collateral in a transaction without having to sell the collateral itself. The purpose of this article is to make creditors aware of what is and is not possible to do under Florida law. 679.609(1).

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What Assets Do You Lose in Chapter 7?

Sawin & Shea

With Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you as the debtor can discharge most unsecured obligations after liquidating nonexempt assets. In this blog, we discuss what assets and property a debtor may lose in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The bankruptcy trustee will sell your non-exempt assets to pay a portion of your debts to creditors.

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As Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filings Surge, Here’s What Creditors Need to Know to Protect and Enforce Their Rights

Fraser

Creditors of a bankrupt company must be aware of the various deadlines and procedures that govern the chapter 11 process in order to protect and enforce their rights. For creditors to maximize their recoveries, they must stay informed and take action during a bankruptcy proceeding. The Petition Date. Proof-of-Claim Bar Date.

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Managing Bankruptcy and Medical Debt Relief in Broomfield, CO

Debt Free Colorado

Some options are negotiating with creditors, structured payment plans, and debt consolidation. You can also seek guidance from credit counseling agencies, medical billing advocates, and government assistance. That means the debtor is no longer legally obligated to repay these debts. It usually takes a few months to complete.

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Crypto Company FTX Files Massive Bankruptcy in Delaware

PBWT

The FTX filing estimates the debtors’ liabilities at between $10 billion and $50 billion, and while the number of creditors is estimated at over 100,000, the actual number could be over one million. Prepackaged cases are preferred by would-be debtors because these cases are quicker, simpler, and cheaper.

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The Automatic Stay and Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Many people worry that bankruptcy will simply delay the inevitable, such as a lawsuit, wage garnishment, or a foreclosure, and that their creditors will still come after them. An automatic stay is a fundamental part of bankruptcy that protects debtors from creditor actions. What Does an Automatic Stay Do?

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The Automatic Stay and Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Many people worry that bankruptcy will simply delay the inevitable, such as a lawsuit, wage garnishment, or a foreclosure, and that their creditors will still come after them. An automatic stay is a fundamental part of bankruptcy that protects debtors from creditor actions. What Does an Automatic Stay Do?