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How does the automatic stay protect creditors and debtors?

Roths Child Law

Bankruptcy is a complex procedure that aims to give debtors a fresh start while ensuring creditors get as much repayment as possible. Benefits for debtors are more than just financial One of the most immediate and noticeable benefits of the automatic stay for debtors is peace of mind.

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How Can a Secured Creditor Repossess Collateral Without Breaching the Peace?

Jimerson Firm

When a borrower applies for a loan, most lenders require the borrower to pledge an asset as security for the repayment of the loan, i.e. collateral. In the event the borrower defaults, usually by failing to make loan payments, a secured creditor has a right to take possession of the collateral. Entry Upon the Debtor’s Premises.

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What are the Conditions Precedent (if any) to Perfecting a Claim to an Assignment of a Life Insurance Policy as Security Collateral for a Loan?

Jimerson Firm

When lenders take life insurance policies as collateral for loans, they need to be aware of what needs to occur to place a claim in the event their borrower dies. Therefore, it is critical for lenders to confirm that no prior assignment exists on life insurance collateral prior to taking the collateral on as security for a loan.

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SBA Loans: How to Maximize Recovery by Liquidating Personal Property

Jimerson Firm

When a small business association (“SBA”) loan is converted to liquidation status, the lender must begin liquidating the collateral. Lenders must liquidate all personal property that has a Recoverable Value over $5,000. In Florida, the lender can choose from the following methods: UCC Sale. See SOP 50 57.

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Can You Reaffirm a Debt in Chapter 13?

Sawin & Shea

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. 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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Secured vs Unsecured Debt: Everything You Need to Know

Sawin & Shea

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. If a debtor has assets that are not protected under those statutes, the trustee can liquidate those items and use the proceeds to pay creditors back something. What is the difference?

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SBA Loans: How to Maximize Recovery by Liquidating Real Property

Jimerson Firm

When a small business association (“SBA”) loan is converted to liquidation status, the lender must begin liquidating the collateral. If the collateral is real property, the lender must liquidate all parcels of real property that has a Recoverable Value over $10,000. Is the Recoverable Value of the Property Over $10,000?

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