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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.

 

    Stipulations for Receiving a Chapter 7 or 13 Bankruptcy Discharge

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 21

    A discharge is a legal term used during bankruptcy and refers to the elimination of your liability from your debts. If you file Chapter 7 your discharge will be granted immediately upon case closing or if you file Chapter 13, your discharge occurs after you complete your repayment period.

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    Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Process

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 18

    To initiate the chapter 7 bankruptcy process you must file a petition. Along with this petition you must file the following:

    • Schedule of assets & liabilities
    • Schedule of current income and expenditures
    • Statement of financial affairs
    • Schedule of executor contracts and unexpired leases
    • Copy of the most recent tax year tax return or transcript
      • Previous unfiled tax returns
      • Tax returns filed during the bankruptcy case
    • Certificate of credit counseling (copy of debt repayment plan completed during credit counseling)
    • Evidence of payment from employers received 60 days before filing
    • Statement of monthly net income (plus any anticipated increase in income or expenses after filing)
    • Record of any interest in federal or state qualified education or tuition accounts
    • Schedule of exempt property
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    The Benefits of Utilizing a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorney

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 17

    Using a Bankruptcy Attorney to help you File a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy will be one of the best decisions you make, apart from your initial decision to get your life and finances back on track by filing bankruptcy. The bankruptcy code, court procedures and filing forms are saturated with legal jargon that will complicate the overall bankruptcy process if you don’t have the assistance from a legal professional. 

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    How a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Can Alleviate Your Stress

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 16

    Your stress will begin to diminish the day you decide to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Taking action against your debts will take some of the pressure off – but taking action to abolish your debt completely will have you sleeping peacefully at night.

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    What Are My Options for Personal Bankruptcy | Chapter 13

    Posted by William Kain on June 15

    Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is right for you if you are experiencing a temporary setback causing you to be unable to make your payments. This option provides time, allowing you to get back on schedule with your finances. You will make monthly payments though they will be reduced, interest-free and your life will be void of collection agency harassment. Chapter 13 protects your property, prevents foreclosures and repossessions and prohibits wage garnishments.

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    How to Stop Wage Garnishment in Minnesota

    Posted by William Kain on June 12

    When your debt goes unpaid for an extended period of time, creditors begin to take severe action to get their money from you. Depending on the nature of your debt, creditors may initiate foreclosure, repossession, bank levies or wage garnishment. Foreclosure and repossession are reserved for secured debt, meaning creditors can take back the property you secured against your loan. A bank levy, also referred to as non-wage garnishment, occurs when your bank account is frozen due to a creditor seeking payment from you. This and wage garnishment are common tactics used to collect on unsecured debt, such as credit card debt.

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    What Are My Options for Personal Bankruptcy | Chapter 7

    Posted by William Kain on June 11

    Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is right for you if you have no assets to lose and, after paying basic monthly expenses, you have no money left to pay off debts. It gives you a fresh start and can alleviate your stress by removing your liability for repaying debt. Primary priorities for Chapter 7 filers should be to keep exempt assets and be relieved of all liability for as many debts as possible.

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    3 Of The Most Common Bankruptcy Misconceptions in Minnesota

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 10

    Filing for bankruptcy can give you a chance to start over financially. Knowing the correct information about this process and its potential results is absolutely necessary when considering whether or not to file. Bankruptcy is a legal proceeding, which means it is surrounded by legal jargon. This can make sorting through the massive amounts of bankruptcy related information complicated.

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    Finding Debt Consolidation Solutions for Your Financial Situation

    Posted by Wesley Scott on June 9

    Debt consolidation consists of combining all of your unsecured debt payments into one. This may involve taking out a loan, entering into a debt consolidation program or Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Now, what are unsecured debt payments?

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    The Difference Between An Average And Great Bankruptcy Lawyer in Plymouth, MN

    Posted by William Kain on June 6

    If you’re filing for bankruptcy in Plymouth, Minnesota, you’ve probably imagined how much better life will be once your debts are erased. You’ll have a comfortable home, nice car and a little money in the bank. Best of all, you can relax knowing that you are completely debt-free and have a fresh start to begin rebuilding your life.

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    Need to Get Out of Debt Fast? Consider All Your Options

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 25

    Let’s say you have $50,000 in credit card debt and your situation has gotten to the point where you can’t keep up with your payments. Something has to be done in order for you to take care of your family, get your life back in control and so on.

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    What Bankruptcy Costs in Duluth, Minnesota

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 22

    Is the cost of filing for bankruptcy keeping you from getting your life back? If you are struggling with debt and think you can’t afford to file bankruptcy in Duluth, Minnesota, the truth is, you can’t afford not to! 

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    What Is An Order For Relief?

    Posted by Kelsey Quarberg on May 18

    An order for relief in bankruptcy is the official court ruling that initiates the bankruptcy process after a petition is filed. It immediately triggers the automatic stay, which halts all creditor collection efforts, including lawsuits, wage garnishments, and foreclosure actions.

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    Manage Debt with a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy - Minnesota Debt Solutions

    Posted by William Kain on May 12

    If you are considering a debt consolidation program – stop right there! Make sure you know all of your debt solutions before entering into an agreement. Consider a chapter 13 bankruptcy (Minnesota filers click here for state specific regulations) as an alternative to a debt consolidation program.

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    The Effects Of Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Monticello, MN

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 10

    Most of our Minnesota guests have a lingering concern about credit should they decide to file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. If you are thinking about filing a chapter 7 bankruptcy in Monticello, Minnesota, this is a concern you naturally have.

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    An Eagan MN Bankruptcy Lawyers Explanation of Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy

    Posted by Wesley Scott on May 8

    Wondering if I can explain to you what a Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is so that you can understand it in English? Of course, I can! After all, I am the managing partner at Kain & Scott, Eagan, Minnesota’s oldest bankruptcy law firm - since 1972. Let's start by taking a closer look at the basics of how a Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy actually work.

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