Based on Debtors’ Schedule A/B and valuation of $120,000.00
placed on the subject real property and, based on Claim #21 in the
amount of $37,739.40 filed by Bank of Commerce evidencing a deed of
trust lien on said property, it appears to the Court there is approximately... View More

answered on Nov 27, 2023
An "Agreed Order Sustaining Objection to Exemptions" typically means that there was a challenge to the exemptions claimed by the debtors in their bankruptcy case, and the court has issued an order regarding this objection. In this context, it appears that the court has recognized that... View More
I received a ticket for no insurance but was it was thrown out in court because I did have insurance on my vehicle I defaulted on the bankruptcy payments and now my driver's license are suspended what are my options I am on disability now and then I'm unable to work

answered on Nov 13, 2023
In Mississippi, if you defaulted on bankruptcy payments and now face a driver's license suspension, your options may be limited but are still viable.
First, consider speaking with a bankruptcy attorney to explore the possibility of reinstating or modifying your bankruptcy plan, taking... View More

answered on Nov 5, 2023
When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, an automatic stay immediately goes into effect. This stay prohibits most creditors from continuing with collection activities, which includes repossessing your truck. However, if the creditor petitions the court and obtains relief from the automatic stay,... View More
Did some minor repairs for a friend and they were not satisfied and wanted a refund.

answered on Jun 15, 2023
Yes, IF the claim arose after you filed for bankruptcy, it's called a "post-petition debt." A post-petition debt isn't subject to the authority of the bankruptcy court. You won't be able to rely on the automatic stay to stop them from pursuing the claim, and the debt from... View More
My husband and I bought this lot in 2014 and we have a quit claim deed can if we file chapter 7 can bankruptcy take it

answered on May 20, 2023
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee stands in the shoes of the debtor with respect to all assets of the estate.
The bankruptcy schedules require you, under penalty of perjury, to list all your assets.
The answer to your question is yes, the property, if it has equity value, can be sold... View More
She quit paying and didn’t tell me she filed. I found out too late to be added to bankruptcy. What’s the best way to get my money back? We signed a promissory note.

answered on May 11, 2023
A chapter 13 bankruptcy case can last up to five years from its filing.
You do not say when the bankruptcy was filed, nor when you discovered it.
Omission of a creditor, who does not learn of the case in timely fashion (i.e., before a Discharge is entered, etc.) is a huge risk by... View More

answered on Jan 23, 2023
The time for appeal of a bankruptcy court order, to the US District Court, is ten days.
Most creditors will wait to take action for that time to appeal to expire before taking any action such as a repo of collateral that was part of the bankruptcy estate.
I do not have any income. Would filing chapter 7 work and can I do the paper work myself with success.

answered on Jul 12, 2023
You possibly could avoid the liens in bankruptcy but you really need a bankruptcy profession to handle for you. I would not be optimistic for your success doing it on your own.

answered on Jul 12, 2023
Check with your local bar association or legal aid society. Both maintain lists of pro Bono and reduced fee attorneys.
Capital one after it gets dismissed capital one will not try an get my vehicle if I chose to continue to make payments and they are current just want to make sure

answered on Jun 18, 2023
If you continue to pay as agreed and are current, you should not have any trouble just continuing to pay after dismissal.
Take them if they’re current after my bankruptcy is dismissed

answered on Jun 14, 2023
If current payments have been accepted, under state law, the property cannot be repossessed.
AGREED ORDER EXTENDING DEADLINES FOR CASE TRUSTEE AND U.S. TRUSTEE TO FILE $727 COMPLAINTS AND MOTIONS FOR DISMISSAL FOR ABUSE
On ore tenus motion of the debtor(s) and the trustee in the above styled cause to extend the deadlines for filing § 727 complaints and/or a motion to dismiss for... View More

answered on Jun 7, 2023
The deadline for the trustee to file a complaint against you or a motion to dismiss for abuse has been extended. While not knowing the circumstances of your case, this is generally due to them not having enough information from you at the time of your 341 meeting to conclude the meeting.
Do I just continue to pay them or what will happen I’m just making sure they can take my home after the bankruptcy is over thanks
What will happen if I file a chapter 13 bankruptcy will they ask me to refinance or will they take my home

answered on May 25, 2023
They cannot ask you to refi or take your home if you file a chapter 13 petition.
I home is financed threw a bank with a convention loan how does this work if I file chapter 13 bankruptcy

answered on May 25, 2023
You can include your home in a Chapter 13 plan, and your payment remains the same. If you owe an arrearage, you can spread out and pay back the arrears over the life of the plan.

answered on Jan 11, 2023
If you are current on your mortgage, you can file a Chapter 13, if eligible, and continue to pay your mortgage directly to your lender.
They have already started taking money

answered on Oct 7, 2022
I'm in PA, and here, once a creditor has executed on a judgment by issuing a writ, thereby "attaching" its judgment lien to specific personalty, e.g., your bank account, then that creditor enters your bankruptcy case, once you file, as a secured creditor. The claims of secured... View More

answered on Jul 29, 2022
Yes. You can file emergency. You can file online. Stay is automatic upon filing snd notice to creditor.
Lawsuit on Greenville police department, Sheriff department and sexual harassment on ambulance driver

answered on Jan 3, 2022
Unfortunately, without more information, there is not enough information to go on. I would highly recommend that you reach out to a lawyer to go over the facts and circumstances of your case, so that you can determine what can be done.
I filed chapter 7 in 2019. A utilities provider has been contacting me for payment after I provided them with documentation showing their account was included in bankruptcy. It is my understanding this is illegal debt collection activity and I'd like to know if it would be beneficial to take... View More

answered on Oct 22, 2021
Until recently, any creditor who attempted to collect, by phone calls, statements by mail, or otherwise, any debt that was discharged in bankruptcy would almost certainly be sanctioned (made to pay money to the debtor) by the bankruptcy court.
Last year, the US Supreme Court revised that... View More
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