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Inside you will find over 500 helpful articles discussing the Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Process and other solutions for difficult financial situations.

 

    What Happens if I am Unable Complete My Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case?

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 10

    A chapter 13 bankruptcy case is a three to five year repayment plan wherein the debtor makes monthly payments towards their debts. After successfully completing their repayment plan, the debtor’s remaining unsecured debts are discharged, with some exceptions (i.e. student loans). Once the bankruptcy court “confirms,” or officially approves, the debtor’s repayment plan (typically a few months after their case is filed), the debtor is bound to contribute all of their disposable income towards their monthly payments.

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    I Just Found Out I Have a Judgment

    Posted by Col Ovik on June 10

    There is a process and procedure for serving defendants and initiating a lawsuit. Plaintiffs do have to follow the correct procedures for proper service. Some individuals are successfully sued and a judgment is awarded to the plaintiff without any knowledge by the defendant. The defendant only becomes aware of the judgment when the creditor begins to enforce the judgment through a bank levy or a garnishment. The question I receive from debtors is: how can they vacate or remove the judgment because they were not properly served with the lawsuit.

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    The Bankruptcy Act of 1841

    Posted by Ben Abraham on June 8

    In my last post, we discussed the first bankruptcy code in the United States, the Bankruptcy act of 1800; in this post we will turn to the second incarnation, The Bankruptcy Act of 1841. Clearly, congress was not interested in creative nomenclature. Nonetheless, there were other improvements in the content of the new code. First, debtors could now file bankruptcy for themselves, voluntarily. Second, bankruptcy was available to individuals rather than just merchants. Third, the more informal processes utilizing administrators was left behind in favor of using the district courts. 

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    Handling Secured Debts in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 8

    When a person files a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, they often have secured debts. These types of debts are secured to certain property, known as “collateral,” which can be taken to satisfy the debt if the debt is not repaid by the borrower.  Home mortgages and car loans are examples of secured debts as the lender retains a “lien” on the home or car (the collateral) and can foreclose on the home, or repossess the car, if the borrower defaults on their monthly payments on the debt. 

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    The Timing of Your Bankruptcy Filing

    Posted by Col Ovik on June 6

    Carefully considering when to file your bankruptcy can maximize the benefit you achieve from the filing. There are many factors that may speed-up or delay the need to file. 

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    HONESTY IN BANKRUPTCY

    Posted by Col Ovik on June 5

    If a debtor is being represented in a bankruptcy they should allow their bankruptcy attorney to work for them, and the only way their attorney is able to provide adequate representation is if they know all the details about the debtor’s case. If a debtor chooses to omit certain transactions or details then the attorney will not be able to advise appropriately regarding those transactions which could be problematic in the case. 

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    How do you Surrender a Car in a Bankruptcy?

    Posted by Danielle Lin on June 4

    When you file bankruptcy, it can be a complex and emotional process, especially when it involves surrendering a car. If you’re struggling with car payments or owe more on your car loan than the vehicle is worth, surrendering it during bankruptcy might be a viable option. This comprehensive guide will help you understand the process, potential benefits, and considerations for surrendering a car in bankruptcy in Minnesota.

     

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    Thinking about filing bankruptcy in Minnesota? Think LifeBack Law Firm

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 3

         If you are thinking about filing bankruptcy in Minnesota, think LifeBack Law Firm. Why think LifeBack Law Firm? LifeBack Law Firm has Minnesota’s most kind and helpful bankruptcy staff in Minnesota. How do we know this to be true? Just read the Google reviews left by your friends, neighbors, and family who has used LifeBack Law Firm to help them get their lives back. The last thing you want when you file bankruptcy is to be judged by bankruptcy lawyers and staff for filing bankruptcy.

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    Can I Keep Credit Cards in my Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

    Posted by Danielle Lin on June 2

    A Chapter 7 bankruptcy works as a quick reset button – all of your unsecured debt will be wiped out in approximately 3-4 months, from the date your case is filed. Unsecured debt includes credit card debt, medical bill debt, and personal loans. This sounds exciting, as it certainly provides you with a fresh new start. Instead of paying your credit card bills, you can simply wipe out the remaining debt you have. You can obtain a new credit card after you receive your bankruptcy discharge, and rebuild your credit score by using the credit card and paying it off every month. 

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    What is interest?

    Posted by Ben Abraham on June 1

    In my last post, we discussed whether paying back debts is a moral issue – now let’s turn that question to the issue of interest. It is believed that interest rates originated as early as 2400 BC and were primarily used to stimulate agricultural and urban development. Aristotle viewed money not as a good in itself, but primarily as a means of exchange, and so viewed “money begetting money” as unnatural. In a similar vein, Plato saw the potential for interest leading to social instability – perhaps like the municipal bankruptcies we discussed in the last post. 

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    Can Second or Third Mortgages on Your House be Removed in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

    Posted by Danielle Lin on May 30

    One of the benefits of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the ability to pay mortgage arrears, past due house payments, through a Chapter 13 payment plan. But, can second mortgages be removed in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy? Many people have multiple liens on their house, because they have taken out a second or a third mortgage. Often times, people take out a subsequent loan against a house that is already mortgaged, in order to pay for large expenses, such as buying a second house, or paying for a wedding.

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    Can I File Multiple Bankruptcy Cases?

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 27

    Bankruptcy provides tremendous relief to people who become unable to pay back their debts. After the debtor receives their bankruptcy discharge, their creditors are forever legally prevented from undertaking further debt collection efforts against the debtor, with certain limited exceptions (i.e. generally student loan debt, domestic support obligations, and most income tax debt remain collectable).  

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    How Will Bankruptcy Affect My Credit Score?

    Posted by Danielle Lin on May 26

    One of the biggest concerns people often have when considering whether to file for bankruptcy, is the effect it will have on their credit score. The main effect bankruptcy initially has on your credit score immediately upon filing for bankruptcy, depends in large part on how high your credit score was prior to filing.

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    401k Accounts and 401k Loans in Bankruptcy

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 25

    The prospect of filing for bankruptcy can raise numerous questions, especially when it comes to protecting your hard-earned retirement savings.

    Fortunately, the law offers significant protections for retirement accounts, including 401(k) accounts and 401(k) loans, during bankruptcy proceedings. This article will delve into how 401k accounts and loans are treated in a bankruptcy case, highlighting the protections afforded to retirement savings.

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    Can I File bankruptcy on Medical Debt?

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on May 24

    Medical debt is dischargeable in bankruptcy, both in chapter 7 and chapter 13 cases.

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    How Restrictive is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 21

    Chapter 13 bankruptcy, often called a "wage earner's plan," offers a structured path to debt relief for individuals with regular income in Minnesota. While it allows you to keep your assets and catch up on missed payments, it's natural to wonder how restrictive this process might be. Let's delve into the financial commitments and lifestyle adjustments involved in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

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