Bankruptcy Filing Considerations
Much of the work that goes into a successful bankruptcy happens before you put pen to paper. Before you or your attorney completes the bankruptcy petition and other paperwork, carefully consider these issues: the timing of your filing, the best way to proceed if you're married, and special considerations for military personnel. You can find out about these issues, and more, below.
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Planning So You Can Keep a Tax Refund in Bankruptcy
Learn how some simple planning can allow you to keep your tax refund if you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
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Can a legal resident (noncitizen) file for bankruptcy?
If you are a legal resident (but not a U.S. citizen), you are eligible to file for bankruptcy relief.
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Can an undocumented immigrant file for bankruptcy?
If you are an undocumented immigrant, you can still file for bankruptcy relief.
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Will Bankruptcy Affect My Ability to Join the Military?
The circumstances surrounding your bankruptcy can affect your chances of joining the military as well as your security clearance.
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Debt and Marriage: When Do I Owe My Spouse's Debts?
Whether you are liable for your spouse's debts depends on whether you live in a community property or equitable distribution state.
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Should I pay off creditors with a 401k loan prior to bankruptcy?
Taking out a 401k loan prior to bankruptcy is almost never a good idea. Here's why.
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Spouse Debts in Common Law States
Whether you and your spouse are liable for each other's debts depends on where you live. In the states with "community property" rules, most debts incurred by one spouse during the marriage are owed by both spouses. But this may not be the case in states that follow "common law" property rules.
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Can I File for Bankruptcy Even If I Have a Job
Having a job won't stop you from filing for bankruptcy.
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Should I Tell Creditors That I Plan to File for Bankruptcy?
Consider some of the pros and cons of providing creditors more information than necessary.
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Should I pay off creditors with a 401k loan prior to bankruptcy?
Taking out a 401k loan prior to bankruptcy is almost never a good idea. Here's why.
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Can a legal resident (noncitizen) file for bankruptcy?
If you are a legal resident (but not a U.S. citizen), you are eligible to file for bankruptcy relief.
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Will bankruptcy wipe out credit card debt assigned to me in a divorce?
Whether you can wipe out credit card debt assigned to you in a divorce depends on whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
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Debt and Marriage: When Do I Owe My Spouse's Debts?
Whether you are liable for your spouse's debts depends on whether you live in a community property or equitable distribution state.
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Divorce & Bankruptcy: Which Comes First?
Many people cite divorce as a leading reason for their bankruptcy filing. However, planning ahead can make both your bankruptcy and your divorce less complicated and more cost effective.
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If I file for bankruptcy, will it affect my pending divorce case?
Learn how filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy will impact your ongoing divorce case.
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