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If the counsel of an unsecured creditor sent a negotiated offer to a debtor's counsel and cc'd debtor, is that a violation of the automatic stay provision?

"Negotiated" meaning it is nothing more than an offer or discussion, then no.  It's …

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Guy Kirkpatrick answered 1 year ago

If we filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy 2 months ago and it was dismissed for non-payment, can we refile?

Yes, as long as the court did not put a prohibition on re-filing in …

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Mark J. Markus, Law Offices Of answered 1 year ago

Can I make a motion to the courts to revise my trustee payments to make it more affordable?

You may well be able to do that depending on other factors in your …

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Malcolm Ruthven, Bankruptcy Attorney answered 1 year ago

Can I still keep my home and file bankruptcy?  

You've asked a very large question in a very few words. The answer depends …

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Malcolm Ruthven, Bankruptcy Attorney answered 1 year ago

Do I have to file bankruptcy in order to avoid paying taxes on the foreclosure of my home?

Bankruptcy is a way to avoid the inclusion of forgiven debt in your gross …

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Mark J. Markus, Law Offices Of answered 1 year ago