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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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What is the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debt?

Sawin & Shea

However, which type of bankruptcy you file will also depend on what kind of debt you have. Secured and unsecured debt is handled differently in Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13. What is Secured Debt? Secured debts are a type of debt backed by an asset that is used as collateral. What is Unsecured Debt?

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

Titan Consulting

If you do not qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy to liquidate your debts, you may be required to pay back a significant portion of your debts under a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, and still suffer the negative impact to your credit score. Protect secured debt (home and car) from default to avoid a repossession or foreclosure.

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What Assets Do You Lose in Chapter 7?

Sawin & Shea

Reaffirming Debts in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows you to discharge your unsecured accounts, but you cannot do away with a creditor’s a security interest, meaning a debt with collateral must either get paid or the collateral property surrendered. Will the Bankruptcy Trustee Sell All of My Personal Property?

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How Does a Debt Consolidation Program Work?

Titan Consulting

It is challenging to secure lower rates with high existing debt levels because you have a lower credit score due to excessive credit utilization. Adding new debt to an already overburdened budget can further complicate your financial circumstances. Is debt consolidation risky?

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Top 10 Changes to Consumer Bankruptcy Proposed in the Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act of 2020

Collection Industry News

Three Types of Chapter 10 Plans: “Residence” and “Property” Plans for Repayment of Secured Debts and General Repayment Plans for Unsecured Debts. Secured creditors retain their liens until receipt of the full amounts owed as of the plans’ effective dates.