Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 11, 2024

Since 2005, a debtor education course from an approved provider is mandatory for anyone who files for bankruptcy. Debtor education classes provide customized guidance based on your unique circumstances. Since then, bankruptcy filers have been required to take both a bankruptcy credit counseling course and a debtor education course.

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In the case of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy , the court appoints a trustee who is in charge of selling off (liquidating) a debtor’s non-exempt assets. If a debtor has assets that are not protected under those statutes, the trustee can liquidate those items and use the proceeds to pay creditors back something.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 25, 2022

However, which type of bankruptcy you file will also depend on what kind of debt you have. Secured and unsecured debt is handled differently in Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13. What is Secured Debt? Secured debts are a type of debt backed by an asset that is used as collateral. What is Unsecured Debt?

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Sawin & Shea

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For debtors, the automatic stay provides critical breathing room to address financial issues under bankruptcy court protection. It is one of the fundamental debtor protections under the Automatic Stay in the Bankruptcy Code. Within 30 days of filing bankruptcy, a debtor must file a Statement of Intent regarding secured property.

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Debt Free Colorado

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is appropriate for unsecured debtors. If you have a large amount of credit card debt or high medical costs that you can’t pay, Chapter 7 may allow you to start again. Chapter 7 is a disaster when it comes to secured debt. . While debt is not eliminated , it is significantly reduced.

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Collections Law

JULY 1, 2020

Have you lost all hope of recovering a long-overdue debt? You’ve tried everything in your power, but the debtor doesn’t respond or keeps making excuses to buy more time. You might be preparing to write off these dues as bad debts — but there is still light at the end of the tunnel. Why Hire a Collections Attorney?

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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. Bankruptcy law was created to give debtors a true fresh start and pathway to rebuilding wealth.

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