Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Just What is a Bankruptcy Trustee?

When you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, a trustee will be appointed to your case. The trustee…

9 years ago

Hardship Discharges in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

While Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows for many debts to be discharged soon after the initial filing, Chapter 13 bankruptcy requires…

9 years ago

The Basics: Tax Debt and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

The old saying is that the only two things that are certain in life are death and taxes. But in…

10 years ago

Chapter 13 Reorganization Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is a type of reorganization bankruptcy that allows individuals to create a plan to reorganize and consolidate…

10 years ago

3-Year vs. 5-Year Payment Plan – Which Should I choose in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Unlike Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, which liquidates most of a debtor's assets in a relatively short period of time, Chapter 13…

11 years ago

Ninth Circuit Rules that 180-Day Post-Petition Limit on Inclusion of Inheritance Does Not Apply to Chapter 13 Bankruptcies

Ninth Circuit Rules Often the focus in bankruptcy is on debt; however, persons considering filing for bankruptcy should also keep…

11 years ago

Recent Ninth Circuit Case Illustrates the Importance of Good Faith in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan

A recent case from the Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Appellate Panel illustrates the importance of good faith for a Chapter 13…

12 years ago

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Your Car

Chapter 13 bankruptcy has several tools to help persons who are struggling or unable to make payments on their car…

12 years ago

Current Rules Often Deny Chapter 13 Filers with Student Loans a True ‘Fresh Start’

Bankruptcy is intended to give debtors a fresh financial start. Through liquidation or reorganization, it allows them renewed hope and…

12 years ago

Chapter 13 Cramdowns and Real Estate

The recent economic downturn created, among many other problems, an abundance of people with many financed assets on which they…

12 years ago