By Jeff Field | Published April 21, 2025 | Posted in Bankruptcy | Tagged Tags: bankruptcy, repayment plan | Leave a comment
Issues Related to Travel Before and During the Bankruptcy Process
There are many reasons why people love to travel even when they are dealing with financial challenges. In addition to the enjoyment of seeing new places, people might want to stay in touch with family members or assist a loved one during a medical crisis. Taking a trip can be costly though, so if you’re Read More
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Early Chapter 13 Payoffs and “100 Percent” Bankruptcies: Benefits and Risks
Millions of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, which means that a temporary setback can have longstanding negative consequences. Under the right circumstances, Chapter 13 bankruptcy can serve as a financial lifeline for people who cannot catch up with their debt obligations despite the fact that they’re earning a steady income. In this type of bankruptcy, Read More
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Does Bankruptcy Affect a Government or Military Security Clearance?
Despite serious debt problems, some people are reluctant to seek bankruptcy protection because they are concerned about how filing might affect other areas of their life. An individual whose government or military position requires some form of security clearance may worry that obtaining financial relief could threaten their status at work. It’s important to know Read More
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Options for When a Divorce Occurs During a Chapter 13 Repayment Schedule
Financial strain is one of the most commonly cited reasons for divorce in the United States. When one or both spouses are earning a steady income, a Chapter 13 repayment plan might be the best way for a couple to get their money issues and their relationship back on track. Chapter 13 bankruptcy involves a Read More
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How are HOA Dues Treated in a Bankruptcy?
Along with the traditional costs associated with owning a home, many people throughout Georgia and the rest of the United States also pay dues to a condominium or homeowners association (HOA). These groups are created to make residential communities better places to live by maintaining common areas and setting standards relating to home appearance and Read More
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What Happens if You Receive an Inheritance During Your Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
A loved one’s passing is always sad, but there are instances where funds from an inheritance can relieve serious financial problems. However, a bequest could be more complicated than you think if you’ve recently filed for bankruptcy. If you’ve inherited, or will inherit, assets after seeking Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection, it’s important to understand how Read More
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Supreme Court Deciding Whether Pre-Bankruptcy Payment to IRS Can Be Considered a Fraudulent Conveyance
Significant payments that are made before a bankruptcy filing frequently raise suspicion and often must be returned. Funds that are sent to one creditor prior to a bankruptcy petition could present an unfair disadvantage to others. For this reason, the trustee typically voids these transactions. Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments about whether a Read More
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Can You Complete Your Chapter 13 Repayment Plan Ahead of Schedule?
Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows individuals to reorganize their debts and create a repayment plan that lasts three or five years. One key benefit is that it gives filers the chance to keep their homes while paying down what they owe to creditors. As long as they abide by the schedule set forth by the court, Read More
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Child Support and Bankruptcy
Overwhelming debt can force individuals into very difficult decisions. Fortunately, bankruptcy gives many people the opportunity to stop creditor harassment and relieve their financial burden. For some people, this comes through a Chapter 7 debt discharge, while others opt for a Chapter 13 repayment plan. However, not all debts can be addressed through a bankruptcy Read More
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Government Video Shows How a Chapter 7 Creditors Meeting Is Conducted
When people struggling with debt consider filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the part of the process that often creates the most anxiety is the creditors’ meeting. This is sometimes referred to as the “341 meeting” based on the section of the Bankruptcy Code that discusses this conference. The good news is that these meetings, conducted Read More
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