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What You Should Know About Bankruptcy if You’re Self-Employed
Whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, the one thing that is universal is that you will have to prove your income. For people who work as an employee and get a W-2 that is not too hard. However, for independent contractors or the self-employed, proving your income may be a little trickier.
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Determining the Date a Bankruptcy Discharge Took Effect
If you recently went through a bankruptcy, and you need to know the date of your bankruptcy discharge, read about a few different things you can do to find it.
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Can I Have A Credit Card Authorized User Under Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Learn about the differences between a joint account vs. an authorized user as well as the implications that Chapter 7 bankruptcy can have on either type of account.
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Appearing in Court for a Bankruptcy 341 Meeting
Some people are apprehensive about having to appear at the bankruptcy court. Learn more about the 341 meeting so that you can allay your fears.
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Is VA Disability Included As Disposable Income on the Means Test?
Find out if you need to include VA Disability payments on the means test.
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Tips on How to Settle Your Medical Bills
Dealing with illness and injury can be stressful and debilitating. The frustrations are made worse by unexpected medical bills.
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Why People Are Afraid of Bankruptcy
Many people’s fear of bankruptcy is based on what they’ve heard about the consequences that may follow. Thankfully, these fears are often unfounded.
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How Much Does It Cost to File for Bankruptcy in Ohio?
We've compiled some cost data about Ohio bankruptcies so that you can get an idea of how much yours might cost to file.
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Can You File For Bankruptcy Twice?
You may have filed for bankruptcy in the past and may find yourself in a situation where you need to file a second time, but don’t know if you can or not. Read on to find out your options.
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What Happens If You Owe Taxes and Are Unable to Pay Them?
Tax time is never the most pleasurable part of spring. Read our blog post to learn what you can do if it is determined that you owe taxes, but you are unable to pay them.
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The Importance of Legal Representation for Bankruptcy
When someone is struggling with the amount of debt they are in, it may be the best decision to file for bankruptcy and look into the legal representation available to make sure that you are taking the right path.
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Common Mistakes of the Bankruptcy Means Test
The bankruptcy means test is not a simple form, and many people make mistakes on the form, therefore being denied or delaying their bankruptcy. Learn some of the common mistakes of the bankruptcy means test to avoid in order to successfully file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
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What to Know About Filing Bankruptcy
Are you considering filing bankruptcy but aren't sure if that's the best thing for you? Learn more about the two most common types of bankruptcy, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.
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Which Chapter is Better Between Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Each bankruptcy option serves a unique purpose. Find out which one might be better for you.
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What Bankruptcy is Able and Unable to Do
While bankruptcy can eliminate some types of debt, not all types of debt are eliminated. Keep reading to learn more.
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What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
In Chapter 7 bankruptcy the automatic stay prevents any lawsuit and any action on your property. The trustee will then sell your property to settle your debts. This article describes Chapter 7 bankruptcy, its rules, and who is eligible for relief under the bankruptcy code.
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Will Filing Bankruptcy Affect My Children?
The decision to file bankruptcy is a serious one that should only be undertaken after carefully considering all the implications.
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Take Advantage of the Bankruptcy Courts to Fight Your Foreclosure
Foreclosure can be a tough situation to face, particularly in the Akron, Canton, and Wooster areas of Ohio. If you are in a challenging financial position such that your house is being foreclosed on, it’s unlikely you’ll have enough funds to pay the reinstatement fees, attorney’s fees, and other things required to halt a foreclosure.
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For a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Look for a Leading Bankruptcy Attorney in Akron
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy—commonly referred to as a “liquidation” bankruptcy—is usually the simplest form of bankruptcy. When filing a 7, the debtor must first pass a means test requirement.
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The Differences Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
When you decide to file for bankruptcy, you’re going to be facing a few decisions to make. One such decision is exactly what type of bankruptcy you want to file for. There are two common types—Chapter 7 and 13—as well as others (such as Chapter 11) that are outside the scope of this blog. Most likely you will be deciding between a 7 and 13. To help you make your choice, here are a few key differences between the two.
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Start Your Life Anew Without the Debt
Sometimes, even if you have made all the right choices, bad things just happen to you. Perhaps you made some investments that didn’t pan out. Or, perhaps you went through a divorce and saw your income reduced. Or maybe you were unfortunate enough to suffer a catastrophic illness or injury and now you are swimming in medical bills
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Can a Chapter 13 Plan Vest Property To a Lienholder?
You want to file chapter 13 and you can't afford your house payments. You also want to move out of the house and be not responsible for the maintenance and the HOA fees on it.
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I Want to Keep My Inheritance and File For Bankruptcy
Once in a while, a prospective client will tell me that they are receiving an inheritance and they want to file for bankruptcy.
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Prospective Clients' Mistaken Assumptions in Filing Chapter 7
Sometimes I receive a phone call from a person stating "I want to file a chapter 7. What are your fees?" They ask the question as if they know for sure they will file a chapter 7. I then explain to them I know nothing about them.
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Why Should I File Chapter 13 if I Was Forced Into It Due to Disposable Income?
Why should I file Chapter 13 if I was forced into it due to disposable income?
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