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Should I File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy If I Recently Purchased an Expensive New Car?

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... you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy soon after buying an expensive car. ... Read on to learn how a luxury purchase can jeopardize your bankruptcy case. ... Can You File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? ... How the Court Determines If the Payment Is Too High Filing a Chapter 7 case on the heels of an expensive ... Julia bought a $40,000 car three months before filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and claimed the $850 monthly ... Should I File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy If I Recently Purchased an Expensive New Car? ...
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The Bankruptcy Process: Chapter 7

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... A typical Chapter 7 bankruptcy case is relatively straightforward. ... the six-month period prior to filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... for using Chapter 7). ... For more, see Your Debts in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. ... Learn more about how Chapter 7 bankruptcy works, about filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and about filing ... The Bankruptcy Process: Chapter 7 ...
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Will Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Stop an Eviction?

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... 7 bankruptcy. ... (To learn more about the automatic stay, see How the Automatic Stay Protects Bankruptcy Filers.) ... The landlord may proceed with the eviction just as if you never filed for bankruptcy. ... To evict you on these grounds after you have filed for bankruptcy, your landlord must file and serve ... Excerpted from How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, by Attorney Stephen Elias, Albin Renauer, J.D., ... Will Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Stop an Eviction? ...
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When Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Is Better Than Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Requirements Some debtors cannot file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy—leaving Chapter ... You can also find step-by-step instructions to determine if you qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in How ... Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... When Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Is Better Than Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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When Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Is Better than Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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... In many cases, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a better fit than Chapter 13 bankruptcy. ... But not everyone qualifies to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy—and in some cases, Chapter 7 doesn& ... Although you can lose property in Chapter 7 bankruptcy, many filers can keep everything that they own ... Who Should File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? ... for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... When Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Is Better than Chapter 13 Bankruptcy ...
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy—Who Can't File?

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... for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... 7 bankruptcy, see How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, by attorney Cara O’Neill and Albin Renauer ... Get step-by-step instructions on filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Nolo’s How to File for Chapter ... More on Chapter 7 Bankruptcy For detailed information on all aspects of filing a consumer Chapter 7 bankruptcy ... , see How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, by Attorney Cara O’Neill and Albin Renauer, J.D. ... Chapter 7 Bankruptcy—Who Can't File? ...
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Is Social Security Safe in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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... Generally, Social Security benefits that have been or will be paid to the debtor are safe in a Chapter ... 7 bankruptcy. ... However, if you have Social Security benefits in a bank account prior to filing for bankruptcy, or have ... Already-Received Social Security Benefits Benefits received prior to the date you filed bankruptcy are ... to oversee the matter, and how lenient he or she may be, it is generally recommended that you maintain ... Is Social Security Safe in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? ...
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Surrendering Secured Property in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... Under Chapter 7 form. ... Surrendering secured property in Chapter 7 is merely giving the property back to the lender voluntarily ... If you get a Chapter 7 discharge, your liability, as well as any deficiency, get wiped out. ... on the Statement of Intention for Individuals Filing Under Chapter 7 form. ... You’ll file a copy 30 days after your bankruptcy petition, or by the date set for the 341 meeting ... Surrendering Secured Property in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Typical Attorney Fees in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... While the average bankruptcy lawyer charges between $1,200 and $1,500 for Chapter 7 bankruptcy services ... Type of Bankruptcy Chapter Some bankruptcy chapters are also more complicated to file than others are ... Chapter 7 cases are the least labor-intensive and therefore are usully the least expensive to file. ... Complexity of Your Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case But Chapter 7 cases can vary in complexity as well, depending ... (Get tips on how to avoid a bankruptcy mill.) ... Typical Attorney Fees in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Your Personal Property in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... When filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, many debtors are able to keep most or all of their personal property ... How Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Works In Chapter 7 bankruptcy, most or all of your debts are eliminated (discharged ... For a detailed explanation of how exemptions work in Chapter 7 bankruptcy and your options for keeping ... personal property, as well as step-by-step instructions on how to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, get ... How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, by Stephen Elias, Robin Leonard, and Albin Renauer (Nolo). ... Your Personal Property in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Keep Your House With Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... You can use Chapter 7 bankruptcy to save your house if: you're current on your mortgage payments when ... (Learn more about what happens if you own a home and file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.) ... (Read more about whether you should file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 if you want to keep your home.) ... In these and similar situations, Chapter 7 bankruptcy might be a big help. ... If you file for Chapter 7 and then discover that you won’t be able to keep your house because it ... Keep Your House With Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Income Tax Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... Typically, you can’t eliminate income tax liability by filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but an ... Learn about the differences between Chapters 7 and 13. ... Nondischargeable Income Tax Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Many debts get wiped out in Chapter 7, but not ... How to Discharge Income Tax Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Even though discharging an income tax debt is ... Consult With a Bankruptcy Lawyer If you have a lien on your property or filing for Chapter 7 won&rsquo ... Income Tax Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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... chart on Chapter 7 vs Chapter 11 bankruptcy. ... How Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Works Only filers who don’t have enough income to pay into a lengthy repayment ... How long a particular Chapter 7 will take will depend on the property owned by the debtor. ... You’ll find specific examples after “How Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Works. ... How Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Works Not all struggling businesses are destined to close. ... Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy ...
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The Motor Vehicle Exemption in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... If you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you will most likely be able to exempt (protect) some equity ... equity in a motor vehicle when filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... Whether you can keep your car depends upon how much the vehicle is worth, how much you owe on it, and ... (To learn about exemptions, how they work, and which exemptions apply in your situation, see our Bankruptcy ... (To learn more about what happens to your car and car loan in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy ... The Motor Vehicle Exemption in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Keeping a Credit Card in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... If you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, can you keep a credit card so you can use it afterward? ... While it generally is not a good idea to keep a credit card in Chapter 7 bankruptcy, in most cases you ... Reaffirming Credit Card Debt in Bankruptcy If you have credit cards when you file bankruptcy, then any ... filing, chances are it may still find out about your situation. ... To learn about these options and other ways to get a credit card after bankruptcy, see How to Get a Credit ... Keeping a Credit Card in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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What Happens to Liens in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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... What happens to liens on your property if you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy? ... In most cases, filing for bankruptcy under Chapter 7 stops the secured creditor from taking your property ... This means that filing for bankruptcy, by itself, does not eliminate liens. ... Most Chapter 7 cases are closed soon after the discharge is granted. ... Lien avoidance does not happen automatically and is more limited in Chapter 7 than Chapter 13, but using ... What Happens to Liens in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? ...
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Delay or Stop Foreclosure With Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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... Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy will delay a foreclosure, but won't block it permanently. ... Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... Although you can't catch up on past-due mortgage payments in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it can help you ... Generally, filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy isn't a good idea if you don't have much debt or no debt that ... But if you have serious debt issues and you can eliminate those debts through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, ... Delay or Stop Foreclosure With Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ...
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Which Debts Are Discharged in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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... For most people, the main goal of filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy is to discharge (wipe out) their debts ... file for Chapter 7 will be able to erase most or all of their debts. ... In most cases, Chapter 7 bankruptcy filers automatically receive a discharge at the end of their case ... Here's how it works. Pre-filing debt. ... Learn more about utility shut-offs and Chapter 7 bankruptcy. ... Which Debts Are Discharged in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? ...
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How Long Will My Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case Last?

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... When compared to many other legal matters, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a relatively quick process. ... Steps in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case A Chapter 7 bankruptcy begins with the filing of the case and ends ... (For more detail on the process, see Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: An Overview.) ... Filing Your Case Your Chapter 7 case begins immediately upon the filing of your bankruptcy petition with ... 7 bankruptcy. ... How Long Will My Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case Last? ...
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How to File for Bankruptcy in Oregon

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... 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must complete a credit counseling course within 180 days before you file ... play a role in how much you repay unsecured creditors in Chapter 13 bankruptcy. ... Oregon Bankruptcy Forms & Means Test When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, one of the forms you ... If your income is below the median, you qualify to file under Chapter 7 and if you choose to file under ... of Current Monthly Income and Means Test Calculation (for Chapter 7), and Form 22C – Statement ... How to File for Bankruptcy in Oregon ...
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