Is It Time To File Again? Understanding Bankruptcy Filing Limits
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6 January 2018
It's helpful to know that there are no limits on how many times you can file for bankruptcy. As long as you are qualified and have waited long enough, you will be allowed to file, whether that's 2 time or 10 times. The time limits listed below are all based on the date that your most recent bankruptcy was final, not the date that you first filed your paperwork. Read on to learn how long you must wait after both chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies tofile again.
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Are Your Retirement Plans Part Of Your Bankruptcy?
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1 November 2017
One of the concerns that bankruptcy filers have is whether their retirement plans will be safe from the trustee. The trustee has the responsibility of reviewing your assets and determining if any of them could be put towards paying your debts. Depending on the type of retirement plan you have, there is a possibility that it is not safe. If you are planning to file for bankruptcy, here is what you need to know to protect your retirement plan:
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2 Ways To Save Your Home From Foreclosure
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11 August 2017
The thought of losing a home is scary for everyone. Unfortunately, financial crises happen and some families are faced with the prospect of foreclosure. If you are facing foreclosure, it is important to carefully explore your options before your lender takes possession of your home. To help you get started on finding a resolution, here are a few solutions that might work for you:
Ask for a Forbearance Agreement
Your lender likely offers the option to sign a forbearance agreement that would help you to avoid foreclosure.
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5 Practical Tips When Facing Foreclosure: You Do Have Options Available
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29 March 2017
Although it may feel like the end of the world when you're facing the possibility of foreclosure, you really do have options available to you. It's very important that you be realistic, choosy in whom you trust, and quick to act. Even with options, the urgency cannot be overstated.
1. Don't Avoid The Problem
Unfortunately, the threat of losing a home can be so devastating that people actually look the other way about it.
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