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

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If you’re struggling with debt and considering bankruptcy, speaking with a bankruptcy lawyer can help you determine your best options and give you some clarity on how the process works. At Sawin & Shea, LLC, our Chapter 7 Bankruptcy lawyers have helped clients just like you in the Indianapolis and surrounding areas.

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Can You Reaffirm a Debt in Chapter 13?

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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. It basically serves as a legally binding promise that the person filing for bankruptcy will resume making payments in full and on time to the creditor.

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What Assets Do You Lose in Chapter 7?

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With Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you as the debtor can discharge most unsecured obligations after liquidating nonexempt assets. For experienced bankruptcy lawyers in Indiana, contact Sawin & Shea, LLC. In this blog, we discuss what assets and property a debtor may lose in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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Indiana Increased Bankruptcy Exemptions in 2022. Here’s How it Affects You.

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Indiana allows debtors to exempt assets when filing for bankruptcy up to a certain monetary amount, and that amount recently increased. When filing, you are allowed to exempt a portion of your home’s equity, tangible personal property, and intangible personal property.

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What Is Nonexempt Property In Bankruptcy, And Why Does It Matter?

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In Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceedings, the phrase “non-exempt property” refers to a debtor’s estate property that does not qualify for a statutory exemption. Additionally, creditors may take such property if a judgement against the debtor is entered. portion of the debtor’s home’s equity.

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Does Chapter 13 Wipe All of Your Credit?

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Common types of dischargeable debt include: Credit card debt Medical debt Judgements Utility bills Back rent Personal loans Repossession balances While Chapter 13 helps you repay certain debts and discharge remaining balances, not all forms of debt are dischargeable.

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When Should You File for Bankruptcy?

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Unsecured debt includes things like credit card debt, medical debt, and personal loans. The above descriptions provide a very broad overview of these two types of bankruptcy filings, but debtors should discuss these options at length with a lawyer who has experience in bankruptcy.) When Should I Contact an Attorney?