What bankruptcy can do for you
When filing for a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy you get immediate protection from creditors against collection efforts against liens on your assets or paycheck. A creditor is considered anyone you owe money to whether it be a credit card debt or a judgment from a civil law suit.
If you file for a Chapter 7 your debts are discharged and you are no longer obligated to pay the debts. In a Chapter 13 case you will have the opportunity to set up a payment plan that can last 3-5 years. Debtors who want to save their home or have IRS debts typically file for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. This type of bankruptcy will freeze a foreclosure and relieve an individual of liens on their paycheck or bank account.
What bankruptcy can do for you
Unfortunately, even bankruptcy cannot absolve you of the following debts:
- Child support
- Spousal support/alimony
- Fines resulting from criminal cases
Student loans and IRS debts are usually not discharged but can be under specific and limited circumstances.
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