The Basics of the New Bankruptcy Law

The new bankruptcy law took effect recently and significantly changed the rules of filing bankruptcy. If you're not sure exactly what these changes mean for you, read this article which lays out the basics of the new bankruptcy law.

Bankruptcy FAQS - What You Should Know about California Bankruptcy

When the 2005 Bankruptcy Act was created, this affected the bankruptcy laws in California, as well as other states across the country. Within this act, those involved in California bankruptcy are required to participate in credit counseling. This participation must occur within 180 days of the bankruptcy filing.

Bankruptcy FAQS - Home Loans after Bankruptcy

Many people feel that a bankruptcy prevents them from ever fulfilling their dreams of becoming a homeowner. This is not true; there are many companies that will extend you a home loan, even if you have filed bankruptcy in the past. There are specific and specialized bankruptcy lenders that will work with you and provide you with bankruptcy home loans. However, there are some requirements.

Bankruptcy is Not The End of The World!

Bankruptcy is not an easy process, its consequences are undoubtedly negative if you want to get finance in the near future but it is definitely not the end of the world. Getting finance after bankruptcy though hard, is possible as long as you can show that things have changed after your bankruptcy has been discharged.

Bad Debt Blues or Bankruptcy?

UK laws relating to debt and bankruptcy have changed and as a result, so has the public's approach to owing money.

The Dangers of Not Having Credit Counseling Before you File for Bankruptcy

The bankruptcy court will dismiss your bankruptcy petition if you have not obtained credit counseling prior to your court hearing. This article describes the credit counseling process, and the dangers of not having a certificate of completion of credit counseling before you go bankrupt.

Mandatory Credit Counseling Before Bankruptcy - The Unanticipated Results

Mandatory credit counseling is now required before you can file for bankruptcy. A just completed study indicates a number of unanticipated results of this new credit counseling requirement.

Bankruptcy Is It The First or Last Option for You - Bankruptcy Reviewed

Bankruptcy is a very misunderstood process and it has been a hush-hush subject for so many families facing financial difficulties. Once you understand your options, you can better decide what choice you should make.

Rationalising the Stigma of Bankruptcy Part 1

In the first of a series of articles, Stephen Morgan tries to wrestle with the oft misunderstood lending criteria that Modern Day Financial Institutions use to help fuel their financial expansion and growth but at what expense? Hardly a month seems to go by when the Media isn’t reporting some incidence of the suicide or attempted suicide of some individual who has taken the unfortunate decision that death seems preferable to having to come to terms with dealing with steadily amassing debts.

How Do Bankruptcy Loans' Requirements Work?

Bankruptcy Loans have certain requirements that affect all the loan terms in diverse ways. However, certain loan requirements affect particular loan terms significantly more than others. Knowing this will help you understand which type of loan you can request and what loans you have more chances of getting approved for...

Foreclosure In The Near Future? STOP! Here are 6 Simple Solutions

If your facing foreclosure soon please seek out help because there are many other options available that are easy and don't require you to lose your precious credit score. Here are 6 simple ways.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Exeptions

In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, an individual is allowed to keep certain exempted property. There are 19 other general classes of exemptions that cannot be discharged in a Chapter 7 proceeding. They can be summarized as child support, taxes, student loans, fines and restitution imposed by a court for any crimes commited by the individual. A recent decision submitted by the Supreme Court in a particular case held that assets in Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) are protected under 11 U.S.C and 522(D) and are thus exempted from withdrawal.

Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 bankruptcy is for individuals in the United States who would like to undergo a financial reconstruction supervised by a federal bankruptcy court. This chapter allows income receiving debtors a debtor rehabilitation, provided they fulfill a court-approved plan. Chapter 7 governs the process of liquidation under the bankruptcy laws of the United States. A Chapter 7 filing means that the business intends to sell all its assets, distribute the proceeds to its creditors and cease all operations. If the debtor lacks sufficient disposable income, then it is viable to fund a Chapter 13 plan.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cases

Chapter 13 is for individuals with a standard income, keeping in mind their intention to pay their debts but are unable to do so in a timely manner. The rationale of Chapter 13 is to facilitate financially distressed individual debtors to propose and carry out a settlement plan under which creditors are paid over an extended period of time.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Forums

There are many bankruptcy forums that exist on the Internet. These are divided into various categories like those that are specifically meant for attorneys and bar members and those that are meant to provide support to those that have filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy.