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How are Medical Bills Treated in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

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Filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 will wipe out (discharge) your medical debt along with other unsecured debt, but you must have low enough income to pass the means test in order to qualify for it. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is discussed below. We are here to help.

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How Long Will Chapter 13 Delay Foreclosure?

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If you’re at risk of losing your home, Chapter 13 bankruptcy could be your best option. When you’re going through the process of filing Chapter 13, foreclosure cannot occur because you’re granted an automatic stay, meaning that lenders cannot pursue your debts and recover collateral, including your home.

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Will a Bankruptcy Trustee Contact My Employer?

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In this blog, we discuss situations in which your employer will be notified about your bankruptcy, and we also cover whether or not you can be legally fired for declaring bankruptcy. Will My Employer Be Notified About My Bankruptcy? If a potential employer runs a background check, they’ll discover your bankruptcy.

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How Long Does a Bankruptcy Stay on Your Credit Report?

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If you are thinking of filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, or if you have already filed, you may be concerned about how long the bankruptcy will stay on your credit report. The situation is more complicated with Chapter 13 bankruptcy. We are here to help.

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Can I Buy a Car After Bankruptcy?

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Differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies. With Chapter 7 bankruptcy , you may get a car loan upon receipt of your discharge notice, which can take several months. Sawin & Shea, LLC can guide you through the process of buying a car post-bankruptcy.

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Getting Approved for a Loan After Bankruptcy

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Con: Chapter 7 bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years. Chapter 13 bankruptcy: In this type of bankruptcy, you and the bankruptcy trustee make a structured plan to pay off a percentage of your debts over a 3-5 year payment plan under the court’s protection. 30% Amounts owed.

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Can You Sell Your Home if You File for Bankruptcy in Indiana?

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What you will learn from reading this article: Facts about selling your home while going through bankruptcy. Details about Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies and your house. During Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the Trustee will not sell your house if the Bankruptcy Homestead Exemption covers all of the equity.).