I'm often asked if people can keep their house and car if they file bankruptcy. The short answer is usually "Yes", if they keep making the payments.
(more…)What's the kind of bankruptcy where you don't have to pay for your house and your car?
Someone asked that recently, saying that's the kind they wanted. Sorry, but there isn't a bankruptcy like that. If you don't make the payments on your house or car, bankruptcy or not, you'll lose that house or car.
(more…)When can I buy a home after bankruptcy?
Credit card company has a lien on my house! Can bankruptcy help?
Retired in California and considering bankruptcy? Will you be able to keep your home, pension savings, and Social Security savings?
Are you retired in California, with lots of debt, and considering bankruptcy? Are you also wondering if you will be able to keep your home, your Social Security savings, and your pension savings? The short answer is that you may be able to get rid of those debts in bankruptcy and also keep all those items, even if you have equity in your home (your home is worth more than you owe on it). (more…)