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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13, or reorganization bankruptcy, allows a debtor to pay money owed to creditors over time. It isn't available to every debtor, however, and its availability depends on the amount of debt and the level of the debtor's income. The articles that attorneys have submitted to the KnowledgeBase will help to explain when a debtor can or cannot take advantage of Chapter 13, and what steps a debtor must take in order to receive relief.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
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Seeking a Mortgage Modification? A Bankruptcy Filing Could Help
Provided by George R. Belche, Attorney at Law, LLC
Seeking a mortgage modification directly from your lender can be difficult, but it can also keep you in your home. Filing for bankruptcy could make the modification process easier. Read More » -
Creditors May Have to Change Rules as Bankruptcy Numbers Rise
Provided by Chang & Diamond, APC
To remain profitable, banks and other financial institutions are going to have to revise their strategies and consider more factors about each applicant. Read More » -
Bankruptcy: If It's Good Enough for GM…
Provided by Green & Kapsos Law Offices, L.L.C.
A speedy and fair bankruptcy process allows both individuals and companies like GM to resume economic productivity as quickly as possible. Read More » -
The Fear of Losing It All Can Be Greater Than Reality
Provided by Neff Law Firm, P.A.
People experiencing financial pressures often feel paralyzed by the fear of losing everything. Read More »