How do I report bankruptcy fraud?
In order to make a report of suspected bankruptcy fraud, you should contact the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) by mail or e-mail. Your report should include the name and address of the …
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What are the Basics of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
When people talk about filing bankruptcy, they usually are referring to Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which allows you to discharge, or wipe out, most debts that you owe. In many cases, filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the quickest and easiest way for a person who owes a lot of debt to get a “fresh start” in life. So long as you are eligible for Chapter 7 bankruptcy relief, and …
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Property That is Exempt From Bankruptcy
Historically, state law provided the property exemptions available to those seeking bankruptcy protection. However, the bankruptcy code now allows states to choose between the federal exemptions provided in the bankruptcy code or the exemptions provided in state law. Many states have chosen to continue to follow their state law exemptions but a minority of states have decided to …
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