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Those who file for personal bankruptcy usually choose either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Chapter 11 is also available for personal bankruptcy filings but it requires a minimum debt level be met. Therefore, Chapter 11 is usually only used by businesses.

Chapter 7 provides for a complete liquidation of your assets while Chapters 11 and 13 provide for the creation of a 3 to 5 year payment plan for your debts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the chances of renting a house during bankruptcy?
It is entirely possible to rent a house during your bankruptcy proceedings, but there are certain steps that you can take to maximize your chances of doing so. For instance, you might … more
What should be included in a letter of explanation of bankruptcy?
If you apply for credit or a loan following a bankruptcy discharge, the lender may request that you provide a letter of explanation of bankruptcy, which is simply your written statement … more
How do I make a motion for judgment to be marked as satisfied in bankruptcy court?
The only way to remove a judgment against you in court records is to either pay off, or satisfy, the judgment, or to have the judgment discharged through bankruptcy proceedings. Even once … more

Legal Articles

Will Filing for Bankruptcy Get Rid of All My Debts?
Many people think that if they simply file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, then they will get rid of all of their debts. Unfortunately, this is not the case. There are some types of debts that cannot be discharged in bankruptcy by law. This means that even if you complete bankruptcy proceedings, you still have to pay back these debts. These debts include child support, alimony, … more
What are the Basics of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
With recent changes in bankruptcy law, more and more people are finding themselves ineligible for traditional Chapter 7 bankruptcy, or liquidation; as a result, the trend is toward more Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings. By filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you are essentially entering into a repayment plan that permits you to repay all or a portion of your debts over a certain time … more