Yes. If you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, your nonexempt assets will be liquidated to repay your creditors. These include all personal items that are not necessary for your daily life, such as personal electronics and jewelry. Conversely, exempt items – integral to your day-to-day life or your occupation – are safeguarded. These often include your household goods, your home, your vehicle, and any items you need to perform your job.
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Most people think of bankruptcy as a very negative situation. However, while it is true that no one ever wants to go through bankruptcy, the fact is sometimes it’s necessary. Many times, bankruptcy can help a person get back on track financially and assist him or her with starting a more fiscally responsible way of life. Despite the negative financial aspects that lead a person to file for bankruptcy, there are actually some benefits to choosing this option.
Can Bankruptcy Really be Helpful?
So, how can bankruptcy help you? First and foremost, bankruptcy can help relieve the burden of debt. If you’re in debt, then you already understand how difficult that burden can be. Debt is like a constant weight attached to your back that never sleeps and follows you wherever you go. In certain situations, debt can even take over your life and encompass every decision you make. If you’re feeling the unstoppable weight of debt, then you should consider bankruptcy.
Northwest Indiana Bankruptcy Process
- Consultation
- Chapter
7 or 13 - Fill Out Forms
- Credit Counseling
- Automatic
Stay - Confirmation Hearing
- Final Discharge of Debts
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Does My Spouse Have to File Jointly with Me?
No, the Bankruptcy Code does not require married couples to file together. If most of the debt is in your name only, you can file your bankruptcy case alone. Certain debts, like medical bills and debts made in both spouses’ names, are both parties’ responsibility. In cases like this, it can be beneficial for spouses to file their bankruptcy jointly.
Who Knows About My Personal Bankruptcy Case?
Only you, the court, and anybody you choose to tell about the bankruptcy will know about your case. Although bankruptcy filings are public records, it is rare for parties outside a case to seek this information.
Will I Be Able to Rent After I File for Personal Bankruptcy?
Yes. However, it can be difficult to have a lease application accepted if you have bad credit and a bankruptcy case on your credit history. Reducing your personal debt through bankruptcy can actually help you secure a lease in some cases—by removing your debt, you can appear to be a better credit risk than other applicants.
How Do I Know if I Should File for Personal Bankruptcy?
If you have a level of personal debt that you cannot realistically repay on your own, bankruptcy might be the right course of action. If you are facing threatening collection calls, wage garnishment, foreclosure on your home, or repossession of your vehicle, filing for bankruptcy can stop these actions.
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