Archive for June, 2009
Types of Bankruptcy
In Chapter 7 or ‘straight’ bankruptcy, the applicant surrenders all non-exempt property and assets to an appointed bankruptcy official. These are converted into cash and the proceeds are disbursed to the applicant’s creditors.
This process of liquidation then results in the applicant being freed of all financial obligations within a short period usually not exceeding four months. Obviously, this provision has seen a lot of abuse in the past. The new laws now state that an individual cannot re-apply for … Read the rest
New Bankruptcy Laws
US Government recently approved a bill that brought about some major changes in the bankruptcy laws on April 20, 2005. The bill is called the “The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005″. As per this bill, about 25 changes have been made in the existing bankruptcy laws. However, since it takes at least 6 months from the time the bill is passed for it to be put into action, only some parts of the law have become … Read the rest
Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
When someone has high debt and no other feasible financial mode of repayment, they may need a fresh start in form of a bankruptcy.
People file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy more often than any other type of bankruptcy, and it accounts for almost 65% of all consumer bankruptcy filings.
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is often also preferred to a liquidation or a straight bankruptcy. The process of liquidation transfers one’s possessions to funds. This course of action necessitates the appointment … Read the rest
Bankruptcy Lawyer: When to Hire One
If you are having difficulties with finances and are considering debt consolidation or bankruptcy, you may also be considering hiring a bankruptcy lawyer. Of course for those who are in a financial rut or on the verge of financial ruin, coming up with extra funds to pay a bankruptcy lawyer can be downright impossible. Despite the shortage of money, it is often best to still consider at least consulting with a bankruptcy lawyer before you begin the process.
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Personal Bankruptcy Laws
Individuals can file for personal bankruptcy as a last ditch effort when their credit reaches the limit.
This helps them clear out a few debts by selling their assets and starting a whole new life without creditors beating at their door. The gives them an opportunity to start afresh without credit worries since creditors have no more right to press collection charges.
Presently, individuals can file for bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Chapter 7 involves liquidating all the … Read the rest
Legal Help: Iowa Bankruptcy Lawyer
In Iowa as well as in other states there are lawyers specialized in bankruptcy. Unfortunately bankruptcy is the only solution for many people. After struggling for months, maybe years and after trying all other less radical solutions of their debt problems, they have to throw in the towel and just accept the plain and brutal truth: I’m bankrupt. But this doesn’t mean that life is over; not at all. And it is good to know that help is available out … Read the rest