People always ask what not to do before filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Below are a few “Don’ts” before filing bankruptcy. By no means is this an inclusive list, but this should get you started. 1. Don’t leave out Bank, Checking, Savings, Brokerage,...
Month: July 2017
“C” Is For Creditors
The underlining reason anyone has to file bankruptcy is their Creditors. Creditors come in various forms including by not limited to: Credit Cards (Visa, America Express, Discover, Target, etc.) Payday Loans(Cash Advances) Medical Bills(Dr’s, Dentists, Vet Bills)...
“B” Is For Bankrtuptcy
The largest change to the Bankruptcy code was the implementation of a new “means test” to determine whether a debtor is eligible for chapter 7 (liquidation) or must file under chapter 13 (wage-earner repayment plan). Basically in Michigan if you are single and earn...
“A” is For Automatic Stay -Stop Foreclosure & Any Other Collection Activity
Learn how you can use the Automatic Stay to stop all collection efforts from creditors. Call the experts at Phoenix Law in Livonia, Michigan, to know which steps you should take before filing for bankruptcy. The Automatic Stay is one of the most powerful tools in...
“A” is For Automatic Stay -Stop Foreclosure & Any Other Collection Activity
Learn how you can use the Automatic Stay to stop all collection efforts from creditors. Call the experts at Phoenix Law in Livonia, Michigan, to know which steps you should take before filing for bankruptcy. The Automatic Stay is one of the most powerful tools in...