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In many cases, you will lose secured assets such as your home and vehicles. Bankruptcy does not generally discharge debts associated with child support, alimony, tax obligations, or studentloandebt. Federally managed studentloans received an automatic six-month payment waiver.
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 SecuredDebt? Secureddebts are a type of debt backed by an asset that is used as collateral. What is Unsecured Debt?
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 filers with income below their state’s median can potentially qualify for Chapter 7 to discharge many debts.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy, also known as liquidation or straight bankruptcy, can help those having financial difficulties clear away various types of debts. When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the Court will place an automatic stay upon filing, which stops creditors from collecting payments, garnishing wages, or repossessing property.
Bankruptcy wipes out all debts and gives you a fresh start. Only studentloans, taxes, and past-due child support are non-dischargeable. . After filing for bankruptcy, most people may apply for credit cards and auto loans. Most credit card require a security deposit to start an account.
You are not allowed to have more than $465,275 of unsecured debt (such as credit card or medical debt) or more than $1,395,875 of secureddebt (such as a house, property, or vehicle). Under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, you have time and a plan in which to repay your debts. Most federal studentloans.
What Debts are Discharged in Bankruptcy? Unsecured debts , including credit card and medical bills, as well as some judgments or past taxes, may be discharged. Generally, secureddebt (loans backed by collateral), studentloans, child support or alimony, recent taxes, criminal fines, or personal injury judgments cannot be discharged.
Reaffirming Debts in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows you to discharge your unsecured accounts, but you cannot do away with a creditor’s a security interest, meaning a debt with collateral must either get paid or the collateral property surrendered.
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