Q: My girlfriend and her ex husband filed bankruptcy about 6-7 years ago. He passed away a year later. Can she file again
Her rent, utilities,medical bills, and loans are all way behind now. Didn't know since she's a widow now if she can file again before the 8 year wait
A: She can file a Chapter 13 now. She will have to wait the 8 years before she can file another chapter 7.
A: Her being a widow doesn’t affect her inability to file. It’s 8 years between Chapter 7 filings. She could file a chapter 13 and get a low payment until the time is up for her to qualify for a chapter 7. Also, if she doesn’t work her creditors may not be able to collect. She needs to talk to a bankruptcy attorney to see what her options are.
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