Can I File for Bankruptcy If I Am Unemployed?

You don't have to be employed to file for bankruptcy. But being unemployed can affect the success of your bankruptcy if you file for Chapter 13.

Will I Lose My Home If I File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

In many cases you can keep your home in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Learn more here.

Will bankruptcy stop the IRS from collecting tax debts?

Find out what happens to IRS collection of tax debts when you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Which Business Debts are Discharged in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Find out whether Chapter 7 personal bankruptcy will wipe out your business debt.

Can the Lender Repossess My Car During Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

If your car loan lender gets court permission, it can repossess your car during Chapter 7 bankruptcy. But you have options to avoid this.

Will Bankruptcy Affect My Job or Future Employment?

In most situations, bankruptcy won't affect your current employment; however, it might come into play if you are applying for a job in private industry.

When Can I Get a Mortgage After Bankruptcy?

Learn how long it takes to get an FHA, VA, USDA, or conventional mortgage loan after Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Will Bankruptcy Get Rid of Lawsuit Judgments?

Find out if you can wipe out a lawsuit judgment in bankruptcy and what happens if the creditor has a lien against some of your property.

Multiple Bankruptcy Filings: When Can You File Again?

If you file bankruptcy too soon after you have received a previous bankruptcy discharge, you cannot receive another discharge.

Can I Stop Paying My Mortgage While I'm in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

If you want to keep your home, you must continue to pay your mortgage while in Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Can I Sue Someone Who Has Filed for Bankruptcy?

Find out how bankruptcy can get in the way of a lawsuit.

Can I File for Bankruptcy If I Make a Lot of Money?

Learn about income qualifications in bankruptcy.

Bankruptcy FAQ (Chapter 7 and Chapter 13)

Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy: what you need to know.

Should I File for Bankruptcy FAQ

Deciding if bankruptcy is right for you? Here are answers to your most common questions.

Should I File for Bankruptcy FAQ

Deciding if bankruptcy is right for you? Here are answers to your most common questions.

Should I pay credit card debt from retirement savings or file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Pros and cons of using bankruptcy versus dipping into your retirement savings to get rid of debt.

Bankruptcy and Your Credit FAQ

Here are some essential questions to ask yourself.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy FAQ

Get answers to common questions about Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy FAQ

Get answers to common questions about Chapter 13 bankruptcy.