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What Debts are NOT Discharged in Bankruptcy?

To receive a discharge of debts means that a federal court declares that a debt is no longer enforceable. The creditor has no legal authority to collect the debt once it has been discharged. In that way, Bankruptcy law allows debtors to get a fresh start. However, there are some limitations as to which debts [...]

By |2017-04-12T23:41:04-07:00September 23rd, 2014|Questions|Comments Off on What Debts are NOT Discharged in Bankruptcy?

Do I Get to Keep My House?

There is a common misconception regarding bankruptcy that in order to receive relief under the bankruptcy code, the petitioner will have to give up all of their personal belongings, or worse, that someone will take away their home. The reality is that the bankruptcy rules provide for a number of generous exemptions which allow a [...]

By |2017-04-12T23:40:52-07:00January 17th, 2014|Questions|Comments Off on Do I Get to Keep My House?

Distressed Real Estate: Legal and Tax Consequences

The “underwater home” has been a buzz term for a few years and, unfortunately, continues to be a popular topic of conversation.  Although the market appears to be slowly rebounding, it is doubtful that homeowners will ever see property values as high as they were during the housing boom. Add to that the ongoing effects [...]

By |2017-04-12T23:42:20-07:00March 29th, 2013|Questions|Comments Off on Distressed Real Estate: Legal and Tax Consequences