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Got some medical bills sense chapter 7 and payday loans when I was out of work I'd like to pay back at a manageable plan. I am back to work now and have a steady income but wasn't sure if chapter 13 was an option within 2 years or not.
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answered on Nov 19, 2021
You can not obtain a discharge this soon. The Statute provides in your situation the with holding of a discharge in a Chapter 13 if you have a discharge within 4 years under Chapter 7
I'm in healthcare and have been a clinical associate, CNA and dental assistant. I graduated KU with a 147 credit bachelors of general studies. Now I have a bunch of student debt and the only jobs available for me pay the same or less than before I received my degree and I'm at risk of... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2020
On the few facts you provide, it seems that you got what you enrolled and paid for at KU. I assume that you chose your field of study leading to your degree.
That may change somewhat if you have something from KU, in writing, promising you a better paying job/career than what you already... View More
I am 100% Unemployable by the VA.
The taxing authority is claiming the debt is not dischagrable because they sent you a tax warrant 3 years ago before you actually filed for bankruptcy. Per the bankruptcy laws however that doesn't mean anything.
answered on Mar 2, 2020
You file a response in the court where the foreign judgment is attempting to be enforce and show the court where the debts were discharged.
answered on Feb 26, 2020
You can wait it out or you can return it to the bankruptcy trustee.
My petition showing I have $19000 in debts, and pay out more than i make.
I have 50,000 in debt behind 2 almost 3 months. The best way to help my score improve. Cards are over 100% usage I am considering filing but need to know what my best route is
answered on Oct 31, 2019
Consult a bankruptcy lawyer who can analyze your complete financial situation and the give you all the options.
I have all my mail come to home though. I am also being garnished and cant afford what they are taking out!!
answered on Oct 10, 2019
Yes. You only need to have lived in Kansas for 180 days to file.
not came and got it and now its not showing on any of my credit reports did they write it off how do I get rid of the car ?
answered on Aug 28, 2019
You need to see if the car has a lien on it. If it does, you’ll have to pay it or bankrupt it. If not, you are free to do as you wish.
answered on Jul 19, 2019
A bankruptcy filing would stop the need for a hearing in aid of execution. The bankruptcy attorney would be able to notify the other side of the filing, and keep any further action from occurring whether that be garnishment, attachment, etc.
Foreclosure created predatory lending 4 mo. after oil discovered on farm.
One of my creditors tried to contact me just now
answered on Apr 27, 2019
Move for leave to amend your complaint stating what this defendant did and your claims against him and have a summons issued for him.
I have a debt with Progressive Leasing, it's a no credit needed loan, can this be included in chapter 7? Also my car will be paid off in Oct 2019, it's worth about $2000, this is our only car and I need it to get to and from work as well as I am often sent to the other restaurant... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2019
If you are considering bankruptcy without first contacting a lawyer to advise you of all other non-bankruptcy options IMPO you are making a huge mistake.
answered on Feb 17, 2019
The trustee can depending on whether you protected you refund with an e emotion. Consult your lawyer or a competent bankruptcy attorney in your area.0
Bayview loan servicing acquired our property in 2016. It was originally inc,used in a bankruptcy it we stayed in the home paying the monthly payment. Later, I fell on financial struggles which cause me to get behind in my payments. A short while later I was approved for mortgage modification &... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2019
Hire a mortgage defense lawyer and let him handle it for you. You may have several options.
Just need to know if back child support is exempt
Already had my meeting of creditors but want to change my residential lease from assumed to rejected. Is it to late?
answered on Oct 19, 2018
A 401(k) and a 401(k) loan are really not affected by a ch 7 bankruptcy. The funds are exempt and not subject to being lost to the bankruptcy court, and the loan is secured and not really affected by the bankruptcy either, as any failure to pay would still allow the retirement funds to be offset... View More
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