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Debtor Education Course After Filing for Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Since 2005, a debtor education course from an approved provider is mandatory for anyone who files for bankruptcy. Debtor education classes provide customized guidance based on your unique circumstances. Since then, bankruptcy filers have been required to take both a bankruptcy credit counseling course and a debtor education course.

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Retirement Savings in Bankruptcy in Broomfield, CO

Debt Free Colorado

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, which involves a structured repayment plan over a specified period, debtors are not required to liquidate their assets. IRAs are generally protected in Chapter 13, allowing debtors to maintain their retirement savings while addressing their financial obligations.

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

Sawin & Shea

And a significant amount of time comes from mandatory waiting periods required by the law. Will All of My Debt Get Discharged? When you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it is only your unsecured debts that will be eligible for discharge. Legal and attorney fees can vary from one law firm to the next.

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10 Common Questions About Bankruptcy

Debt Free Colorado

Every case is unique, and every case merits the careful consideration of a law firm dedicated to providing specialized bankruptcy solutions. This type of bankruptcy enables the debtor to combine their debts, reach an agreement on a lower overall number and submit to a three-to-five-year plan for debt repayment.

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Overview of Florida’s New Uniform Commercial Real Estate Receivership Act

Jimerson Firm

The post Overview of Florida’s New Uniform Commercial Real Estate Receivership Act appeared first on Jimerson Birr Law Firm. Authors: C. Ryan Maloney, Esq. Melissa Murrin, J.D. Candidate 2021.

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JUST IN TIME: NEW BANKRUPTCY RELIEF FOR SMALL BUSINESSES – NEW YORK LAW JOURNAL

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The Bankruptcy Court retains discretion to extend these deadlines for “circumstances for which the debtor should not justly be held accountable.”. Similarly, debtors must file financial reports required by Section 1116(1) on the petition date, periodic performance reports required by Section 308, and their schedules and statements.