If I filed bankruptcy and surrendered my house, do I still own it?
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If I filed bankruptcy and surrendered my house, do I still own it?
I don’t understand. I’m getting harassing calls from creditors. I filed Chapter 7.
Asked on May 27, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Missouri
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you surrendered your house, you no longer own it.
If you very recently filed bankruptcy, the creditors may not have yet received notice from the court of your bankruptcy filing. When the creditors call, tell them you filed bankruptcy and give them the case number of your bankruptcy. That should stop the calls. The case number should be on the front of your bankruptcy documents.
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