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Debtor Education Course After Filing for Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Staring down mountains of debt can feel overwhelming. Medical bills, credit cards, payday loans, and struggling businesses – it can seem like the letters and calls from creditors will never stop. Bankruptcy filings for both individuals and businesses are on the rise. There are some key differences between these two types of bankruptcy.

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

Sawin & Shea

When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the Court will place an automatic stay upon filing, which stops creditors from collecting payments, garnishing wages, or repossessing property. They will then determine what, if any, non-exempt property they can seize and will use the proceeds from that property to repay a percentage to your creditors.

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Retirement Savings in Bankruptcy in Broomfield, CO

Debt Free Colorado

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy In Chapter 7, where non-exempt assets may be liquidated to pay creditors , IRAs are often protected up to a specific limit. Federal bankruptcy law provides an exemption for IRAs up to $1,512,350 per individual, which is adjusted periodically to account for inflation.

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10 Common Questions About Bankruptcy

Debt Free Colorado

Are there Available Alternatives If You Have a Lot of Debt and don’t Want to File for Bankruptcy? Are My Creditors capable of appealing My Bankruptcy? What Debts are Discharged in Bankruptcy? After Filing for Bankruptcy, am I Still Able to Own Property? Lastly, Do I require Legal Counsel to File for Bankruptcy?

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How Aggressive Collections Attorneys Can Aid in Massachusetts Debt Recovery

Collections Law

Instead, they will help you collect on the debt by filing a lawsuit against the debtor, seeking and obtaining attachments on the debtor’s assets, and even garnishing their wages post-judgment so that you can get paid for your judgment debt. Unlike Others, We Aggressively Seek Pre-Judgment Attachments to Secure Debt Recovery.