Bankruptcy Primer
General Bankruptcy Information from FindLaw:
Bankruptcy FAQ (Chapter 7 and Chapter 13)
Understanding the New Bankruptcy Law Changes
Chart: Comparing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: This takes about three to six months, whereby some property is usually liquidated to help repay debts. This kind of bankruptcy process is not available for individuals or households who have over a certain amount of disposable income.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Information from FindLaw (additional info is available through the above link):
Bankruptcy Overview: Chapter 7
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy -- Who Can File?
The Bankruptcy Means Test: Is Your Income Low Enough for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
When Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Isn't the Right Choice
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: As opposed to Chapter 7, in which most debts are wiped out in exchange for relinquishing property, Chapter 13 does not involve the relinquishing of property. In Chapter 13, the debtor must use income to pay what is owed over time, usually from three to five years.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Information from FindLaw (additional info is available through the above link):
An Overview of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13: Background and Advantages
Are You Eligible for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
When Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Is Better than Chapter 13
Bankruptcy & Debt - Additional Resources: Below are some FindLaw resources pertaining to additional bankruptcy and debt topics, which may or may not involve a formal bankruptcy filing (more info is available through the above link):
Surviving the Emotional Effects of Bankruptcy
Stop Bill Collection Harassment
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