More Good Examples of How Bankruptcy Really Helps Even When You Can’t Write Off Every Debt
Three more practical ways that bankruptcy works to let you take control of your debts, even those that can’t be written off.
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Dramatic Examples of How Bankruptcy Can Be a Good Idea Even if It Can’t Write Off Every Debt
Here’s how bankruptcy actually works, and works well, even when a significant debt or two can’t be written off.
Bankruptcy Can Solve Your Debt Problems Even If You Can’t Write Off Every Debt
Don’t disregard bankruptcy as an option just because it does not write off the debt which is your immediate headache. There’s likely some good medicine for that headache after all.
Paying Your Special Creditor After Filing Bankruptcy
If you file bankruptcy, it’s okay to voluntarily repay any debt. But there can be unexpected consequences.
Creditors to Whom You Feel a Special Loyalty
In bankruptcy it’s okay to FEEL differently towards some creditors than others. You can also sometimes ACT differently, but only if you very carefully follow the rules.
Are Paying Debts a Moral Obligation?
Yes, you have a moral obligation to pay your debts. But do you have higher moral obligations to release yourself from those debts?
Can I Do a “Cramdown” on Collateral Other than My Home or Vehicle?
If you are buying something on time and want to keep it, you often can do so for less money IF you bought it more than a year ago.
A Patriotic Fresh Start
If you’re financially hurting this 4th of July, you may not exactly be feeling like this is a great country. But it is.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s Health Care Decision
Even without mentioning the word “bankruptcy,” the most important court decision in years may still have a huge effect on future bankruptcies. How? Possibly by greatly reducing the need to file bankruptcies resulting from medical debts.
What Can I Do If I’m Behind on My Vehicle Loan?
Bankruptcy saves your vehicle from immediate repossession. Whether you choose to file under Chapter 7 or 13 depends in part on how strong of a medicine you need for dealing with the back payments.