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Dealing With Debt From COVID-19

Debt Free Colorado

Many creditors such as mortgage servicers, auto lenders, and credit card companies are offering assistance to individuals financially affected by the pandemic. Unlike mortgage lenders, most landlords are simply not in a financial position to weather the loss of rental income due to the high expenses associated with the rental property itself.

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What Assets Do You Lose in Chapter 7?

Sawin & Shea

Chapter 7 is also known as liquidation bankruptcy because it involves liquidating (selling off) non-exempt assets belonging to the debtor to repay creditors and lenders. The automatic stay prohibits creditors and lenders from attempting to recover what you owe. What Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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SURVIVING FINANCIAL DISTRESS FROM COVID-19 IN THE RESTAURANT, BAR, AND SERVICE INDUSTRY

BN Lawyers

Most creditors (lenders, suppliers, employees) will be aware of the distress facing the entire service industry. A lender may be willing to forbear payments in exchange for extending repayment out over an additional six-months to avoid forcing your business into bankruptcy. High Priority: Critical Vendors, Secured Lenders, and Lessors.

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10 Common Questions About Bankruptcy

Debt Free Colorado

For ten years after filing for bankruptcy, lenders will be more reluctant to extend credit, and it may even be challenging to get employment. Generally, secured debt (loans backed by collateral), student loans, child support or alimony, recent taxes, criminal fines, or personal injury judgments cannot be discharged.

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Bankruptcy Chapter 7 vs 13: Which Is The Best Option?

Debt Free Colorado

The United States Bankruptcy Code governs both chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy. The lender protects the borrower against foreclosure. Unsecured debt is debt without collateral. Collateral guarantees debt repayment. Occasionally, creditors may refuse to repossess little goods due to the expense of picking them up.

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

On December 1, the House of Representatives approved a resolution to repeal a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule that mandated banks to gather data on loan applications from women-owned, minority-owned, and small businesses to help lenders identify business development needs and opportunities. For more information, click here.