If you need to file your own bankruptcy (and save thousands in
legal fees), use the information links below to learn about how to file
bankruptcy chapters 7, 11, 12, 13! I recommend starting with the chapter that
fits your situation and then review the FAQs. It may also be beneficial to
review the bankruptcy terms and definitions and advantages and disadvantages of
bankruptcy. I also highly encourage you to consider your alternatives to filing
bankruptcy.
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Bankruptcy Overview
General
overview of the bankruptcy process including the five types of Bankruptcy;
Chapter 7, 9, 11, 12, and 13! Plus a look at the Federal Bankruptcy Codes.
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Explained
Stop collection action
today! This chapter allows you to propose a repayment plan over a three-year
period! Once you file chapter 13, creditors cannot start or continue collection
efforts! |
Bankruptcy Terms &
Definitions
Bankruptcy code terms and definitions explained in
easy-to-understand language. Learn about consumer debt, business bankruptcy,
bankruptcy discharges and chapter 7 & chapter 13 trustees |
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Explained
Chapter 7 bankruptcy -
known as a straight bankruptcy - relieves you from paying certain debts and
exempts you from losing certain property! Couples may file together or
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Chapter 13 bankruptcy FAQ
The top 20 most
frequently asked questions about filing chapter 13 bankruptcy. |
Bankruptcy Alternatives
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Exemptions!
The bankruptcy code allows you to keep exempt property or
assets. What you get to keep depends on whether you claim Federal or State
exemptions! |
Bankruptcy FAQ - Top 10
These are the top
10 questions with expert answers to peoples questions about filing bankruptcy.
Also links to the 40 more questions page. FREE on-line bankruptcy assessment
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Federal Bankruptcy
Courts - Location Info
Quickly locate and access the bankruptcy court
for your State using this list of United States Federal Bankruptcy Courts!
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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Explained
Chapter 11 reorganizes
debts for a business, corporation, sole proprietorship, or partnership! It
provides relief "breathing room" so that you can restructure your debt
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Bankruptcy FAQ - 40 More Questions
These 40 questions
cover bankruptcy discharges, advantages-disadvantages, credit damage, exempt
property and much more! |
Federal Exemptions -
List
Federal bankruptcy exemptions include retirement, survivor's, and
death & disability benefits and more! |
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Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Explained
Chapter 12 bankruptcy is
for family farmers! Individuals or corporations qualify for chapter 12 if they
meet certain criteria. |
Bankruptcy Advantages
& Disadvantages
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of filing
bankruptcy chapters 7 and 13 before deciding to file! |
Non-federal Exemptions - 16
States Qualify
See if your state is one of 16 states that allow you to
select up to 10 federal bankruptcy exemptions. |
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State Exemptions - State by State
listing
Complete list of exemptions under the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
code! See what your state allows you to keep after filing bankruptcy.
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Bankruptcy Articles about
proposed legislation!
Proposed changes to the bankruptcy laws will make
it more expensive and difficult to declare bankruptcy! Full article here . . .
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Stopping Bank Foreclosures
Powerful
options to save your home! |
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State Bankruptcy Courts
Listing of each state's bankruptcy court web site. |
Official Bankruptcy Forms and Schedules
View or download
these free bankruptcy forms and schedules for chapters 7, 11, 12, & 13. I
don't recommend trying to fill out your own casefile however looking over these
forms will give you a good idea of what a bankruptcy petition looks like and
how much work it is to complete one. |
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