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Sawin & Shea
JANUARY 4, 2024
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.
Sawin & Shea
MAY 5, 2021
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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Sawin & Shea
MARCH 9, 2022
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.
Sawin & Shea
AUGUST 30, 2023
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is a Federal Bankruptcy Court-sanctioned debt reorganization plan. It works through reorganization, as opposed to liquidation, and you do not have to pass the Chapter 7 means test. Under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, you have time and a plan in which to repay your debts.
Sawin & Shea
JANUARY 12, 2022
In Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Chapter 13 bankruptcies work a little differently. Instead of discharging most of your debt and using your personal property to pay off creditors, a reorganization plan is filed to dela with the debt. Student Loans. How Sawin & Shea, LLC Can Help.
Sawin & Shea
OCTOBER 27, 2021
Out of the reported debt statistics, 35% of all debts in collections were medical, which surpassed other forms of debt. 25% of debts in collections were credit card related, and 20% were student loan debts. What Should I Do If I Have Medical Debts? Contact Indiana Bankruptcy Lawyers.
Sawin & Shea
MAY 2, 2024
Whether you’re facing foreclosure , repossession, wage garnishments, or relentless creditor harassment, our expertise in bankruptcy law can offer the protection and relief you’ve been seeking. One of our firm’s key strengths lies in our comprehensive understanding of both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy options.
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