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• What is a means test?
  A "means test" in a bankruptcy proceeding is one of the factors used to determine whether an individual debtor is eligible to file for bankruptcy under Chapter … more

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• How to File Bankruptcy
  Sometimes bankruptcy is inevitable. You understand the consequences of filing bankruptcy and have decided that bankruptcy makes the most sense for your future. So, how do you go about taking the next step and filing for bankruptcy?   Consider Hiring an Attorney Many people decide to hire a bankruptcy attorney prior to formally filing for bankruptcy. In most cases, this is … more
• Is there is anything that I can do about my debts to avoid filing bankruptcy?
  There are a number of steps that you can take in order to avoid bankruptcy proceedings. If you find yourself falling behind on your credit card, car loan, and/or mortgage payments, you may want to take some immediate steps so as to avoid filing bankruptcy on these debts.    First, many people are overwhelmed by credit card debts. Never mind how you got yourself in over your … more

Free Legal Forms

• Official Forms: Form B1, Voluntary Petition
• Official Forms: Exhibit D to Official Form 1
• Official Forms: Form B3B, Application for Waiver of Chapter 7 Filing Fee
• Official Forms: Form B4, list of Creditors Holding 20 Largest Unsecured Claims

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