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If a joint homeowner files for bankruptcy but they are on the deed but not the mortgage, how does that effect the other owner?

That depends on a number of factors, including exactly how title is held (e.g. …

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

Can we walk away from our mortage if it is under section 524 of the bankruptcy code?

If you in fact signed a valid reaffirmation agreement and it was timely filed …

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

Can I file Chapter 13 if SSDI is my only source of income?

Sure, if it's sufficient to pay whatever required payments you have in the Chapter …

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

How can a creditor legally object to a discharge of debt if they are unable to make the creditors' meeting?

Absolutely, as long as they file their Complaint objecting to the discharge within the …

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

Can I file an amendment to include a creditor in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, if it is an individual and they won't accept a settlement payment plan?

You always have the ability to amend your schedules to add a creditor that …

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