Key Information on Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is an option that should only be used when all other avenues have been explored. If there is no way to get out of debt then it can possibly help. If you can no longer pay minimum payments and have defaulted on some bills, exploring bankruptcy might not be a bad idea. There are two main types for individuals that can be utilized.
Chapter 7 filing is used by persons who cannot pay off their debts. Unsecured debt is completely done away with. With your secured debts, such as credit cards, assets are sold or a payment plan is come up with. If this fails, these debts are eliminated as well.
A Chapter 13 filing is a little bit different. The court looks at what you earn and the bills you pay each month. Whatever is left over is used to pay off debt based on a period of time, usually three to five years. If you cannot pay all the debt in this time period, this debt is eliminated.
Bankruptcy will affect your credit, but it can also give you a fresh start. If you believe these options can help you out, contact an attorney today.
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