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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Hardship Discharge: Am I Eligible?

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Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a positive step during a challenging time in your life. Instead of fighting with your creditors, you work with them proactively in the bankruptcy process to resolve your debts. In some cases, you may be eligible for a Bankruptcy Hardship Discharge.

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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.

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What Are My Repayment Obligations Under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

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When you’re considering Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you’re also wondering how much of your debt you’d be obligated to pay back. Let’s take a look at a debtor’s obligations under Chapter 13 bankruptcy. What Is A Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan? We are ready 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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Chapter 13 and Gambling Debt

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Debts can pile up quickly and overwhelm your finances before you have a chance to catch up. Because of this, filing for bankruptcy is often one of the only options you may have. Can You File for Bankruptcy Due to Gambling Debt? However, not all types of bankruptcy allow for the full discharge of gambling debt.

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How Much Debt is Needed to File for Bankruptcy?

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Firstly, you need to understand the difference between unsecured and secured debts. Unsecured debts refer to debts that don’t have collateral. Some examples of unsecured debts include, but are not limited to, repossessions deficiencies, old lease balances, medical bills, cash advance loans, and credit card debts.

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How to Survive the Holidays During Bankruptcy

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If you’re not sure whether some of your purchases are considered “luxury,” consult with a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy attorney. If you make a luxury purchase of over $600 within 90 days of filing for bankruptcy, creditors will request for the bankruptcy court to not discharge the debt.