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What Assets are Exempt in California Chapter 7 Bankruptcies?

 Individuals in California who file for bankruptcy are often given a second chance at building a strong credit record. This…

5 years ago

Bankruptcy and Medical Debt

Many people in California and the rest of the United States view bankruptcy as a last choice option. Unfortunately, each…

5 years ago

Bankruptcy and Your Credit Report: Separating Fact from Fiction

Whether or not to file for bankruptcy is a complex decision, and many factors influence whether it is a good…

6 years ago

Important Things to Know About Divorce and Bankruptcy

Divorce can be more draining on your emotions as well as the quality of your life than you might have…

6 years ago

12 Steps You Should Take Now to Prepare for Bankruptcy

Facing debts that you are not able to pay is a scary situation. Many people who struggle with unmanageable debt…

6 years ago

Unique Issues with Disability and Bankruptcy

The Social Security Administration reports that there are approximately nine million individuals who receive social security disability benefits. Due to…

6 years ago

Understanding the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Means Test

While many people have heard of the bankruptcy “means test,” they are uncertain about what exactly this test includes. The…

6 years ago

DIP Financing

The United States Bankruptcy Code, or the Code, provides a variety of chapters wherein a distressed debtor can file. Debtors…

7 years ago

Honesty in Bankruptcy

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court’s website emphasizes the point that the bankruptcy process is a way for the “honest” debtor to…

7 years ago

IRAs and Bankruptcy

When a client walks into the Bay area law offices of Melanie Tavare to discuss debt relief matters, one question…

7 years ago