chapter 7

I have posted in the past about the helpful research binder that former Judge Randall J. Newsome of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California had made available on the Bankruptcy Court's website. Although Judge Newsome has retired from the bench, fortunately Judge Charles Novack, also of the U.S.

It is no secret than many Americans are one tragedy away from financial hardship in the form of accidents, the loss of a job, a divorce, or an unexpected illness.  More than half of all bankruptcies are reportedly the result of overwhelming medical expenses. Even (relatively) small medical bills can become overwhelming quickly because the [...]

The general answer is yes, provided a number of factors exist. First, the person must be current on his monthly payments. If not, the auto finance company will likely choose to repossess the auto rather than offer a reaffirmation agreement. Second, the person must not have significant equity in the vehicle. If so, the trustee may be able to sell the vehicle right out from under the individual and tender a check for $2,400.00 in exchange for the vehicle.

Sticking with our recent theme in blog entries, we decide to touch on reaffirmation agreements this week. Debtors who file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Arizona, and owe money on their house or car, are virtually certain to run across one or more of them. Leaving homes for another day, here is a quick rundown…