How to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy

Title:

Author:

Elias, Stephen.

ISBN:

9781413321944

Personal Author:

Elias, Stephen.

Edition:

19th edition.

Publication Information:

Berkeley, California : Nolo, 2015.

Physical Description:

451 pages : forms ; 28 cm

General Note:

"Wipe out debt, protect your property, save on lawyer's fees"--Cover.

Includes index.

Contents:

Should you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy? -- The automatic stay -- Your property and bankruptcy -- Your house -- Secured debts -- Complete and file your bankruptcy paperwork -- Handling your case in court -- Life after bankruptcy -- Which debts are discharged -- Help beyond the book.

Abstract:

For the millions of Americans struggling with debt, this book shows the way to financial relief through Chapter 7 bankruptcy. It tells readers when bankruptcy will and will not help, provides all the legal information to make the right decisions in their cases, and provides step-by-step instructions on how to fill out and file the official bankruptcy forms.

Subject Term:

Bankruptcy -- United States -- Popular works.

Added Author:

Elias, Stephen.

O'Neill, Cara.

Document ID:

SD_ILS:2218610

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Summary

If you have more debt than you can possibly pay off, the bankruptcy system is there to help -- and with How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy , you'll find the clear and user-friendly information, advice, and step-by-step instructions you'll need to get through the entire process.

First, the book will help you determine whether you qualify for Chapter 7 -- and whether it is the best way to deal with your debts. Then you'll find out how to:

stop wage garnishments and attachments
cancel as much debt as possible
deal with secured debts
keep the maximum amount of property
keep your home, if possible
ebuild credit after bankruptcy

The 19th edition is revised to include instructions on filling out the new means test forms, changes to state exemption laws (that determine what property bankruptcy filers may keep), and the latest court decisions. Plus, state and federal charts let you quickly find your state's exemption laws.

Please note: This book does not cover business bankruptcies, farm reorganizations, or individual repayment plans (Chapter 13). For Chapter 13 bankruptcy, see Nolo's Chapter 13 Bankruptcy .