How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
eBook - PDF

How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

  1. 496 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

About this book

Can't afford a Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer? Use this book instead.

Many people struggling with debt don't need an attorney to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This comprehensive guide explains everything you'll need to know about filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in easy-to-understand language, including:

• qualifying for a Chapter 7 discharge

• erasing credit balances, medical and utility bills, and more

• stopping wage garnishments and lawsuits

• keeping important property from creditors

• meeting with the bankruptcy trustee, and

• rebuilding credit after bankruptcy

When you're ready to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, follow the step-by-step instructions to complete and file the bankruptcy petition and schedules. You'll find additional resources on the online companion page, including completed bankruptcy form samples, fillable financial worksheets, income and exemption charts, motions, and more.

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Information

Publisher
NOLO
Year
2023
Print ISBN
9781413331059
eBook ISBN
9781413331066
Edition
23
Topic
Law
Index
Law

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Table of Contents
  4. Your Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Companion
  5. 1. Should You File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
  6. 2. The Automatic Stay
  7. 3. Your Property and Bankruptcy
  8. 4. Your House
  9. 5. Secured Debts
  10. 6. Complete and File Your Bankruptcy Paperwork
  11. 7. Handling Your Case in Court
  12. 8. Life After Bankruptcy
  13. 9. Which Debts Are Discharged
  14. 10. Help Beyond this Book
  15. Glossary
  16. Appendix: How to Use the Downloadable Forms on the Nolo Website
  17. Index
  18. Book Registration