Is Bankruptcy Right for Me?

Reviewing Your Debt Relief Options

Considering bankruptcy as an option to your financial troubles is an important decision to make. Filing for bankruptcy can greatly affect your current lifestyle.

This is why it is important to contact an experienced Chula Vista bankruptcy lawyer to discuss your specific situation and provide solutions best suited to your needs.

Below our attorney discusses aspects of Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy and you may want to consider before filing. Read on for more information regarding whether or not bankruptcy is right for you.

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First Steps

Before you file a bankruptcy case, you should compile a list of the types of debt you have. Define and set financial goals you would like to achieve by filing for bankruptcy.

Remember, bankruptcy does not necessarily absolve you of all your debts. There are some debts known as priority debts that bankruptcy does not protect you from paying.

Which Bankruptcy Chapter Is Right for Me?

Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Two types of bankruptcies Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 have different eligibility requirements. In order to qualify for Chapter 7, you must be able to pass a means test. Chapter 13 requires your debts do not exceed a certain amount.

To learn more, take a look at our informative blog, Quick Comparison Chart: Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy.

Are You Being Sued?

When you fail to make the required payments on your debts, a creditor has the ability to take you to court in order to recover their money. If you are unable to pay your debt back, you could face:

• Wage garnishment
• Frozen bank accounts,
• Liens on your assets

When you file for bankruptcy, a stay is placed on all collection actions by creditors including any pending lawsuits.

Property Repossession and Foreclosure

If your home is in danger of being foreclosed or your car is in danger of being repossessed, bankruptcy’s automatic stop on all pending collection actions could temporarily delay foreclosure or repossession.

If you decide to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, that process could allow you to catch up on any missed payments, reduce the balance of your loan and eliminate any unsecured junior liens on your home.

To learn more about whether or not bankruptcy is the right decision for your financial situation, you should contact a skilled Chula Vista lawyer. At Denton Law Firm, we have over 30 years of experience handling Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 matters.