Strategic Default: A Recourse Worth Considering

September 15, 2012

Strategic Default: A Recourse Worth Considering

Strategic Default: A Recourse Worth... Read More

What If I Lose My Job During Bankruptcy?

August 28, 2012

What If I Lose My Job During Bankruptcy?

A Chapter 13 bankruptcy case is commonly called a “wage earner’s” bankruptcy. That is because the debtor must have a regular income... Read More

Don’t Forget To Remember Bankruptcy Details

August 21, 2012

Don’t Forget To Remember Bankruptcy Details

The basic paperwork filed in a personal bankruptcy case includes a petition, a certificate showing completion of a credit counseling course, and... Read More

Real Estate Taxes Owed For Property Surrendered in Bankruptcy

July 20, 2012

Real Estate Taxes Owed For Property Surrendered in Bankruptcy

Perhaps the best feature of a personal bankruptcy is the opportunity to get a fresh start. That means discharging overwhelming debts that are eating... Read More

All-Time NFL Bankruptcy Offensive Team

June 4, 2012

All-Time NFL Bankruptcy Offensive Team

Bankruptcy is not just for the poor and down-trodden. Sometimes the rich find themselves upside-down, even with millions of dollars in the bank.... Read More

The High Cost Of Bankruptcy Fraud

April 20, 2012

The High Cost Of Bankruptcy Fraud

The federal bankruptcy system largely relies on the honesty of the debtor. The bankruptcy trustee assigned to an individual’s case rarely... Read More

Chapter 20 Bankruptcy Makes Its Return

September 28, 2011

Chapter 20 Bankruptcy Makes Its Return

 In “the old days” (before 2005) a bankruptcy debtor with a mortgage problem could file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and discharge all of... Read More

Accepting or Rejecting Leases and Unperformed Contracts

August 17, 2011

Accepting or Rejecting Leases and Unperformed Contracts

About half-way through your bankruptcy schedules you will discover "Schedule G – Executory Contracts and Unexpired Leases." While the... Read More

What is Equity?

August 15, 2011

What is Equity?

Equity is a very important term when discussing your personal assets. Generally, equity is the difference between the market value of an item and the... Read More