Articles Posted in Chapter 7

What is the Meeting of Creditors and Why do I have to go? One of the most central moments during a bankruptcy is the initial meeting of creditors. There are a number of procedures and requirements with which the debtor and her attorney must comply. Failure to do so will likely lead to dismissal of…

You are behind on your mortgage payments and foreclosure is looming. Alternatives to foreclosure are a short sale, loan forbearance, and a deed in lieu of foreclosure. When none of these alternatives are possible there might be one option you might not know about: filing for bankruptcy. Many people have been able to keep their…

Many companies face financial challenges at some point in their existence. Many are able to turn it around, but some are forced to turn to bankruptcy to get out from under mounting debt. There are two types of bankruptcy that a company can file, and one is Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 allows the debtor…

The vast majority of bankruptcy cases are voluntary in Rancho Cordova, CA. When a business or person has trouble paying debts filing for bankruptcy helps create debt relief. However, in very rare cases, it is possible for creditors to force a person into bankruptcy. This is what happened to Tommy Thompson, a treasure hunter. In…

Filing bankruptcy in Elk Grove begins with an attorney or individual lodging a petition with the Federal Bankruptcy Court. Individuals and businesses considering bankruptcy to eliminate their debts should consult with an attorney before filing a new case. The bankruptcy laws change frequently and a lawyer can advise you of these changes. When a bankruptcy…

Today’s tough economy has led many individuals to make tough choices regarding their finances. Many Americans have had to create strict budgets to try and save what they had before the economy declined. But some were in too tough a position for a simple budget to help. Some have had to turn to bankruptcy to…

It doesn’t take too big of a downturn in the economy to affect an individual’s ability to keep up with their bills. Before long, the individual may get so far behind in payments that he or she may be unable to catch up. In these instances, one of the only options available may be to…

In the current economy, uncertainty about the future is a common concern. This is especially true for business owners. Small changes in the economy can substantially affect an owner’s ability to pay creditors. It does not take many missed or late payments to creditors before a business can fall very behind and face significant economic…

The recent economic situation has led many Americans to have to examine their finances and make changes. In some cases, minor changes to a budget will not be enough to drastically change someone’s financial situation. In these cases, one of the only options left is to file for bankruptcy. There are two types of bankruptcy:…

After the chapter 7 petition has been filed, the court will set a date for the meeting of creditors (also called the 341 meeting). At this meeting, the trustee and the debtor’s creditors have a chance to question the debtor. The trustee will generally ask questions like whether the information provided in the petition and…