Filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition in Florida can help you manage overwhelming debt, but you must meet specific qualifications. The following points will help you understand who can qualify and a few issues that might disqualify you from a successful filing. The...
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5 myths about bankruptcy
In Florida, individuals needing financial assistance to get out of their debt should not be afraid to file for bankruptcy. However, many people balk at the mention of bankruptcy because of the various myths surrounding financial assistance. Five myths about bankruptcy...
Chapter 7 Income limits and other considerations
In Florida, individuals considering Chapter 7 bankruptcy may have several questions, including understanding income limits that may deem them ineligible for a Chapter 7 filing. Regardless of your income, you can file for bankruptcy. However, the court may not approve...
What is a Chapter 7 discharge?
Many Florida residents file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy when their debt becomes unmanageable. Are you considering doing so? If so, you should understand what it means to get a Chapter 7 discharge. What is a Chapter 7 discharge? The discharge in Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a...
Get to know Florida bankruptcy exemptions
Florida is a state with its own unique set of bankruptcy exemptions. These are designed to let you create a workable payment plan. They can also help you keep as much of your property as possible. These are exemptions that you are expected to make use of if you file...
How to redeem your car during a Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida means meeting certain conditions. One of the things that many people are concerned about is the possibility of having to surrender their home or vehicle. They are worried that this may be deemed necessary in order to meet the...
Can landlords evict tenants who file Chapter 7?
Bankruptcy is a legal way for consumers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to remove some unsecured debts. However, landlords may wonder if they can evict a tenant who files for bankruptcy. When Chapter 7 bankruptcy stops an eviction Before the new bankruptcy laws in 2005,...
Debts that won’t go away in bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy may make it possible to eliminate credit card, medical or other debt balances. In some cases, it may be possible to do so without losing assets such as your Florida home. However, there are some debts that you cannot eliminate regardless of...
What constitutes a legitimate bankruptcy
When an individual in Florida files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, they'll need to be able to prove that their reasons for filing are legitimate. If not, they might be charged with bankruptcy fraud. A person might be charged with fraud if they file for bankruptcy despite...
The consequences of ignoring an automatic stay
When Florida consumers file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy petitions, what is known as an automatic stay is issued. This is a court order that requires creditors to put an immediate halt to all of their collection efforts. Automatic stays put an end to daily...

