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When converting my Chapter 13 to Chapter 7, can I include new debts not included in the Chapter 13?

Yes, pursuant to 11 U.S.C. 348, if a case is converted from Chapter 13 …

Mark J. Markus, Law Offices of answered 2 years ago

How is an inheritance handled in a Chapter 13?

You may or may not be able to keep all/part of it. You can keep …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 years ago

If I filed a Chapter 13 and subsequently get a large sum of money, should I let my trustee know about it?

If the debtor’s income changes within the first 36 months of the repayment plan, it …

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What is the time frame for filing a motion for relief from automatic stay in a bankruptcy case?

The filing of a bankruptcy results in an "automatically stay".  This means that most …

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Should I inform my Chapter 13 trustee of a large tax refund?

Yes, you need to do this.  However this does not meant that you cannot …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 years ago

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