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How is an inheritance handled when the debtor is in a Chapter 13?

I am so sorry for your loss.  You are well in to your bankruptcy …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 months ago

In a bankruptcy, what does haviong a case "retained" mean?

I think that you mean that the case is "discharged" as opposed "retained". If …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 months ago

Can I borrow from my 401 K to pay off my Chapter 13?

As a general rule, you must receive court permission to borrow any amount of …

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Law Office Of Alicia Beeler Villines answered 1 year ago

How long do I have to wait to file another Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

First of all, I assume that you want to file another Chapter 7 (not …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Can I hurt the outcome of my bankruptcy by calling creditors to ask for payoff amounts prior to my court date?

Alt6hough it should not have any impact on your case to contact the creditors, …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 years ago