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California Bankruptcy and Student Loans
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Aug 30th 2011
Category: Student Loan Debt, California
Most debts are canceled, or "discharged" in bankruptcy, but some debts survive. Along with certain tax debts and family support obligations, it is much more difficult to get rid of student loans in a bankruptcy case.
Debt Settlement vs. Bankruptcy in California
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Jun 28th 2011
Category: Bankruptcy Alternatives, California
The Chapter 13 Hardship Discharge
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Apr 26th 2011
Category: Chapter 13
In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, a debtor puts forward a plan to repay certain creditors over a period of time, usually from future income. This may be an attractive option for someone looking to...
The 910 Day Rule in Bankruptcy
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Apr 11th 2011
Category: Chapter 13
If you have been financing your car for over 910 days (two and a half years) you may be able to reduce the principle owed to the fair market value in a chapter 13 bankruptcy case.
Will Everyone Find Out if I File for Bankruptcy?
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Feb 21st 2011
Category: Bankruptcy Planning
When filing for bankruptcy or even contemplating bankruptcy, people are often concerned about the social stigma of others finding out. As a general matter, however, such fears are unfounded. Except in a handful...
How Will an Inheritance Affect my California Bankruptcy?
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Feb 18th 2011
Category: Bankruptcy Planning, California
If you've got an inheritance coming your way soon and you're thinking about bankruptcy, it may become part of the bankruptcy estate and could potentially be seized. Learn about how this works and how to avoid losing your inheritance.
Common Myths about Bankruptcy in California
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Aug 28th 2010
Category: Filing for Bankruptcy
Millions of people are finding themselves overwhelmed by mounting debts in today’s economy. This can be overwhelmingly stressful, and at times you may feel like there is no solution. Despite the myths...
If I File for Bankruptcy in California, Will I Have to Go to Court?
Submitted By: Mark Chernev On: Apr 9th 2010
Category: bankruptcy court, Filing for Bankruptcy, California
Although most of us enjoy watching courtroom dramas in film and television, a great majority of people would just assume not have to go to court in real life. Fortunately, in most Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, there is little chance you will have to appear in court.