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Should You File for Bankruptcy if a Strong Economy is Just Around the Corner

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When government assistance is not providing enough income to cover job losses, should you file for bankruptcy or hold out for the economic recovery? Chapter 7 liquidates assets and discharges qualified debts. The process takes less than a year and can eliminate the balance on most unsecured debts. The Bankruptcy Option.

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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. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is appropriate for unsecured debtors. If you have a large amount of credit card debt or high medical costs that you can’t pay, Chapter 7 may allow you to start again. Collateral guarantees debt repayment.