To many, bankruptcy may sound like a dirty word, but in reality, it can provide a debt-free financial fresh start for those that find themselves unable to pay their bills or only able to pay their minimum. No one should be stuck in a financial situation where they...
Chapter 7
What does it mean to liquidate assets in Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Liquidation is an important term in the Chapter 7 bankruptcy process. Before a New Jersey resident begins the paperwork to file for Chapter 7 protections, they should be fully aware of what will be asked of them once their bankruptcy is underway. Consultation with a...
Can I file for Chapter 7 after a previous bankruptcy discharge?
People in New Jersey, and across the United States, file for personal bankruptcy for many reasons. For those who have had a previous bankruptcy and run into financial trouble again, a common question is whether they can get a discharge through Chapter 7 with a...
The challenges of student loan debt in bankruptcy
For many, filing for bankruptcy is the best solution to overwhelming financial problems. Filing for Chapter 13 can help people to arrange debt repayment, while a Chapter 7 filing can allow them to start over altogether. However, it is important to realize that in...
Chapter 7 is one way to address overdue medical debt
Going to the doctor is sometimes a necessary evil. While we certainly appreciate the medical care we receive when we are seriously injured or ill, this care comes at a price --medical expenses that we simply cannot afford. The problem is only compounded if you lost...
How can bankruptcy stop the foreclosure of my home?
One reason that many New Jersey residents may consider bankruptcy as a viable option for debt relief is that they have received notice that they may lose their home in a foreclosure. In many cases, people start thinking about bankruptcy because they have tried...
Can filing for bankruptcy stop debt collector harassment?
New Jersey residents like you already deal with enough stress when you are in debt. You do not need the additional headache that comes from dealing with aggressive debt collectors. There are laws in place to protect you from harassment by debt collectors....
How the bankruptcy means test determines Chapter 7 eligibility
When you decide to file for personal bankruptcy, you may be working through your options and figuring out the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings. The two types have some fundamental differences, and not everyone is an eligible candidate for both...
When is it time to file for bankruptcy?
Many people view the need to file bankruptcy as a failure, but the reality is that life happens. Unexpected medical expenses, job loss, unplanned emergencies and other factors can all contribute to debt. For many people, the debt becomes too much, and they must ask...
Implications of Chapter 7 liquidation
Consumers may have doubts or fears about filing for bankruptcy even in the face of rapidly mounting debt. There may be particular concern about losing all their property and having to start over with nothing. Taking all of a consumer's property is not the goal of...