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		<title>Top 4 Reasons People File For Bankruptcy</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Top 4 Reasons People File For Bankruptcy </b><br /> Bankruptcy can be a way out for many families who find themselves overwhelmed with too much debt  It is a big decision with long-term consequences, and you should never be entered into lightly  Nevertheless, it does provide relief for many people who need drastic assistance in debt relief  . .Here are four common reasons people file for bankruptcy  . .1  Avoiding foreclosure . .Chapter 7 bankruptcy can wipe out many consumer debts, but it doesn&#8217;t guarantee that you&#8217;ll get to keep your assets  For example, if you owe credit card debt, chapter 7 can protect your home from creditors  Credit cards are unsecured debt, which means that there is no collateral backing up the loan  . .However, if you are behind on your mortgage payments and are facing foreclosure, you may need to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy and establish a payment plan so you can catch up on your mortgage payments  This is because Chapter 7 does not eliminate your obligation to the lien holders such as the mortgage company or bank  . .2  Prevent repossession of your vehicle . .Just like your house payments have to be made even if you file for bankruptcy, your car loan has to be paid off if you intend to keep the vehicle  You can use Chapter 13 bankruptcy to form a repayment plan for your debts, usually over the next three to five years  . .3  Medical bills . .A common reason why many families have to end up in bankruptcy court is the high cost of medical bills  Catastrophic events like the need for emergency surgeries can overwhelm a family who is uninsured or underinsured  . .4  Unemployment . .Many unfortunate people have lost their jobs or had their hours reduced during this economic downturn  This reason doesn&#8217;t need much explanation, since it&#8217;s obvious that a reduction in income will make it more difficult to keep up with your bills  What we should say is that filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 can help with your situation, but you should explore all options carefully before making a decision  . .Sometimes simple solutions like getting a part-time job or using debt negotiation can solve your problems without resorting to legal action that can damage your credit score for years to come . <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
<p><b>Why Should I File for Bankruptcy?    </b><br />Financial problems these days are very common and you shouldn&#8217;t be ashamed of admitting your too far into debt. Outstanding debts can occur in a variety of different ways. You could be swamped with overwhelming medical bills, laid off from work, or worse. Financial troubles loom everywhere, but luckily theres still one way out If your in too deep. Knowing when and when not to file a bankruptcy can sometimes be tricky, but maybe I can help.  If your just overwhelmed with debt and can no longer pay then bankruptcy is definately an option for you. When you file a bankruptcy to wipe your debt completely clean its called a &#8216;discharge of debt&#8217;. Discharging your debt will start you over with a clean slate. It doesn&#8217;t matter if you file a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy both will wipe most, if not all, of your debt out.  If you can no longer pay your mortgage and your house is up for foreclosure then bankruptcy is a viable option for you. A bankruptcy can help stop the sale of your house, but it will not wipe out the debt owed on your current mortgage. What a bankruptcy will do for your mortgage is help create a repayment plan for the payments your behind on.  A bankruptcy can also help keep your car and various other pocessions from being repossed. If your car has been repossed already by the bank, a bankruptcy can force the bank to give you back your car. Unfortunately this is only the case if you file the bankruptcy quickly enough after your car is repossessed. Any debt you own for these items will then be consolidated into a &#8216;bankruptcy plan&#8217;. A bankruptcy plan means, that a bankruptcy trustee will be directly responsible for your debt, and all your payments will be paid to them instead of to the finance company. A bankruptcy plan is made to be in your best interest.  If you plan to file a bankruptcy because of medical bills then that may be a good option. Whether you were in the hospital for a major illness, or from a car wreck, or whatever, sometimes your medical bills can pile up to an exponential amount. If you can no longer afford to pay these bills then a bankruptcy can dramatically reduce your medical bill debt.  One of the major reasons people file bankruptcy is because loss of work. People easily become comfortable with their spending habits at the income their making. Sometimes the unthinkable occurs and you lose your job. The bills can quickly pile up. Often times this is compounded with medical bills also since a lot of people can no longer work because of medical reasons.  If you have an incredible amount of debt, don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for a little help. Filing a bankruptcy can repair your financial burdens and get you back on your feet.&#39;&lt;a href=&#34;http://nicholasf.wordpress.com/2007/12/16/why-should-i-file-for-bankruptcy&#34;&gt;Why Should I File for Bankruptcy?&lt;/a&gt;&#39; was brought to you by Legal Forms Bank .Biz where you can download &#39;do-it-yourself&#39; &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.legalformsbank.biz&#34;&gt;legal forms online&lt;/a&gt;. They help average people just like you to file for &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.legalformsbank.biz/bankruptcy.asp&#34;&gt;Personal Bankruptcy&lt;/a&gt;.    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
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		<title>Why Should I File for Bankruptcy?</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Why Should I File for Bankruptcy?    </b><br />Financial problems these days are very common and you shouldn&#8217;t be ashamed of admitting your too far into debt. Outstanding debts can occur in a variety of different ways. You could be swamped with overwhelming medical bills, laid off from work, or worse. Financial troubles loom everywhere, but luckily theres still one way out If your in too deep. Knowing when and when not to file a bankruptcy can sometimes be tricky, but maybe I can help.  If your just overwhelmed with debt and can no longer pay then bankruptcy is definately an option for you. When you file a bankruptcy to wipe your debt completely clean its called a &#8216;discharge of debt&#8217;. Discharging your debt will start you over with a clean slate. It doesn&#8217;t matter if you file a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy both will wipe most, if not all, of your debt out.  If you can no longer pay your mortgage and your house is up for foreclosure then bankruptcy is a viable option for you. A bankruptcy can help stop the sale of your house, but it will not wipe out the debt owed on your current mortgage. What a bankruptcy will do for your mortgage is help create a repayment plan for the payments your behind on.  A bankruptcy can also help keep your car and various other pocessions from being repossed. If your car has been repossed already by the bank, a bankruptcy can force the bank to give you back your car. Unfortunately this is only the case if you file the bankruptcy quickly enough after your car is repossessed. Any debt you own for these items will then be consolidated into a &#8216;bankruptcy plan&#8217;. A bankruptcy plan means, that a bankruptcy trustee will be directly responsible for your debt, and all your payments will be paid to them instead of to the finance company. A bankruptcy plan is made to be in your best interest.  If you plan to file a bankruptcy because of medical bills then that may be a good option. Whether you were in the hospital for a major illness, or from a car wreck, or whatever, sometimes your medical bills can pile up to an exponential amount. If you can no longer afford to pay these bills then a bankruptcy can dramatically reduce your medical bill debt.  One of the major reasons people file bankruptcy is because loss of work. People easily become comfortable with their spending habits at the income their making. Sometimes the unthinkable occurs and you lose your job. The bills can quickly pile up. Often times this is compounded with medical bills also since a lot of people can no longer work because of medical reasons.  If you have an incredible amount of debt, don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for a little help. Filing a bankruptcy can repair your financial burdens and get you back on your feet.&#39;&lt;a href=&#34;http://nicholasf.wordpress.com/2007/12/16/why-should-i-file-for-bankruptcy&#34;&gt;Why Should I File for Bankruptcy?&lt;/a&gt;&#39; was brought to you by Legal Forms Bank .Biz where you can download &#39;do-it-yourself&#39; &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.legalformsbank.biz&#34;&gt;legal forms online&lt;/a&gt;. They help average people just like you to file for &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.legalformsbank.biz/bankruptcy.asp&#34;&gt;Personal Bankruptcy&lt;/a&gt;.    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
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		<title>Top 4 Reasons People File For Bankruptcy</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Top 4 Reasons People File For Bankruptcy </b><br /> Bankruptcy can be a way out for many families who find themselves overwhelmed with too much debt  It is a big decision with long-term consequences, and you should never be entered into lightly  Nevertheless, it does provide relief for many people who need drastic assistance in debt relief  . .Here are four common reasons people file for bankruptcy  . .1  Avoiding foreclosure . .Chapter 7 bankruptcy can wipe out many consumer debts, but it doesn&#8217;t guarantee that you&#8217;ll get to keep your assets  For example, if you owe credit card debt, chapter 7 can protect your home from creditors  Credit cards are unsecured debt, which means that there is no collateral backing up the loan  . .However, if you are behind on your mortgage payments and are facing foreclosure, you may need to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy and establish a payment plan so you can catch up on your mortgage payments  This is because Chapter 7 does not eliminate your obligation to the lien holders such as the mortgage company or bank  . .2  Prevent repossession of your vehicle . .Just like your house payments have to be made even if you file for bankruptcy, your car loan has to be paid off if you intend to keep the vehicle  You can use Chapter 13 bankruptcy to form a repayment plan for your debts, usually over the next three to five years  . .3  Medical bills . .A common reason why many families have to end up in bankruptcy court is the high cost of medical bills  Catastrophic events like the need for emergency surgeries can overwhelm a family who is uninsured or underinsured  . .4  Unemployment . .Many unfortunate people have lost their jobs or had their hours reduced during this economic downturn  This reason doesn&#8217;t need much explanation, since it&#8217;s obvious that a reduction in income will make it more difficult to keep up with your bills  What we should say is that filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 can help with your situation, but you should explore all options carefully before making a decision  . .Sometimes simple solutions like getting a part-time job or using debt negotiation can solve your problems without resorting to legal action that can damage your credit score for years to come . <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
<p><b>Advice To Help You Choose The Best Bankruptcy Lawyer </b><br /> Bankruptcy is a heartbreaking situation, and in these difficult economic times it is no surprise that many people who thought they were financially solvent are now finding themselves in situations where they have to declare bankruptcy  . .If you are a Dallas resident and find that you are faced with the definite or possibility of having to declare bankruptcy, you might want to consider hiring a bankruptcy attorney to assist you  You can do a bit of research using the Internet, where you will find sites for many Dallas bankruptcy firms  Most professionals now have a website, and luckily many of these include professionals in the legal field  . . .A very important thing to remember is that the first Dallas bankruptcy lawyer you come across is not always going to be the best for your situation  If you are looking at the attorney&#8217;s website, try to find a portfolio that describes the firm&#8217;s specialty, as well as background information and experience  This can be evident in a win/lose ratio, where the lawyer went to school, how long they have been practicing law, and where they have practiced before  . .You&#8217;ll also want to look at the cost of an attorney  Granted, you don&#8217;t want a bargain basement bankruptcy attorney; but you do want someone who&#8217;s not going to rob you blind  You are after all in a financial mess, and there&#8217;s no reason to dig yourself farther into the hole  . .It is safe to assume that in a city as big as Dallas, you will have a massive amount of Dallas bankruptcy lawyers to choose from, so it&#8217;s okay to be a little finicky when it comes to choosing one  Your case is important and you should only choose an attorney which you feel you can get along with so you can easily communicate and discuss your options  You are entrusting not only your case, but your trust and confidence into this person, so be sure you do your homework and choose wisely!. <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
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		<title>How Does Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Affect Credit</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>How Does Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Affect Credit  </b><br /> It amazes me every time I hear someone with high debt ponder the effect of bankruptcy on a credit report  What good is A-1 credit if you are drowning in debt? It is nothing more than a total denial of the debt situation  For example, since the credit rating is good, some believe that the debt load is under control  However, those persons are not looking at the big picture  Debt is still debt despite a good credit rating or credit score  In fact, someone carrying high debt is less likely to receive future credit than one who clears the table and starts over  Eventually, the one who starts over is better off   . .It is true that a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing stays on a credit report for ten years  However, that person can receive future credit long before that ten year period has expired  In fact, credit can be obtained within six months to two years after filing bankruptcy  I have received feedback from hundreds of prior chapter seven filers who were receiving credit solicitations before their case had even gone to discharge  Although those recent offers were likely bad deals, the offers still were made  As more time passes from the filing until the attempt at credit, the better the credit offer will be  It also factors on whether the person has good income and no negative credit since their bankruptcy filing  To think that one would not have an offer of credit for ten years is simply wrong  . <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>FINALLY, IT&#39;S YOUR TURN TO OUT-EARN THE ADSENSE CARTEL&#8230;.    </b><br />Beware of self-proclaimed &#8220;gurus&#8221; feeding you Bogus info that was out-of-date before they even wrote it&#8230; Insider Risks It All&#8230; To Reveal TacticsSo Nasty&#8230; So Forbidden&#8230; So Downright Evil&#8230; You&#8217;ll Suck a Billion Dollar Well Dry! Say goodbye to those $10 AdSense checks&#8230;Say goodbye to the days of dropping $1000&#8217;s on PPC&#8230; Because you&#8217;re just minutes from the secret weaponthat will finally expose thousands of wealth-builders to&#8230;Google&#8217;s Dirty Little Secret&#8230;&#8230;paying for Adwords traffic that sucks every last penny of profits from your pocket&#8230; &#8230;wasting your money on worthless e-books that claim to teach you up-to-date money-making techniques&#8230; &#8230;blindly following the so-called &#8220;experts&#8221; who scream &#8220;AdSense is dead&#8230;&#8221; &#8230;wasting your time on tactics that already stopped working LAST YEAR&#8230; &#8230;letting Google Slap you around like a little girl&#8230; Finally Exposed:&#8221;The Insider Information that exploits a billion-dollar Google loophole&#8230; And A Fool-Proof System You Can Copy To Rake In The Cash&#8230;&#8221;http://www.earnfastmoney12.net http://www.earnfastmoney12.net    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
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		<title>Don   t Lose Your Home! Contact a Bankruptcy Attorney Today!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Don   t Lose Your Home! Contact a Bankruptcy Attorney Today!    The decision to file bankruptcy is a serious decision but it is a decision that can give you a fresh start if there is no other way out. Bankruptcy is a legal way to discharge unsecured debt that can provide [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Don   t Lose Your Home! Contact a Bankruptcy Attorney Today!    </b><br />The decision to file bankruptcy is a serious decision but it is a decision that can give you a fresh start if there is no other way out. Bankruptcy is a legal way to discharge unsecured debt that can provide an overwhelmed debtor with a new beginning. It may be possible to keep your present home and your car after filing bankruptcy. A law firm such as the Malaise Law Firm, with attorneys skilled in San Antonio baenkruptcy law can help you decide if bankruptcy is the correct decision for your particular situation. If the decision is made to file bankruptcy, they will explain to you the pros and cons of the two types of bankruptcy available to individuals, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.   Chapter 7 is what most people usually think of as bankruptcy.  In Chapter 7 bankruptcy, a debtor   s non-exempt assets are liquidated or sold with the proceeds used to pay toward unsecured debts such as credit cards, loans, and medical bills.  In the majority of bankruptcy cases people do not lose any property and the unsecured creditors get nothing. Several months after filing bankruptcy the unsecured debts are discharged and the creditors can never collect on the debt. A secured creditor may still enforce a lien to recover property secured by the lien.   Chapter 13 is a debt reorganization or consolidation bankruptcy.  If a debtor has regular monthly income, their debts including mortgage arrears, car payments, credit card bills, medical bills, loans, student loans, etc. are combined into one low monthly payment.  Since the debtor is paying back their creditors through a repayment plan, the debtor does not risk losing their assets as they may under Chapter 7 bankruptcy laws.  During the repayment plan creditors are prevented from contacting the debtor without first going through the debtor   s bankruptcy attorney and the court. Millions of people declared bankruptcy in 2007 to get the fresh start they needed.  Contrary to popular belief, your credit is not permanently damaged and it is still possible to get credit after filing bankruptcy.   At the Malaise Law Firm, our San Antonio bankruptcy attorneys have over 40 years experience helping people file bankruptcy, with two board certified attorneys.  We put our emphasis on helping our clients do what is in their best interest and our clients needs always come first.   The Malaise Law Firm serves the residents of San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Brownsville, and McAllen, Texas with all of their legal needs including bankruptcy. If you would like to see what we can do to help you please contact The Malaise Law firm today at  http://www.malaiselawfirm.com/contactus or call 1-800-BANKRUPT for immediate assistance. or call 1-800-BANKRUPT for immediate assistance.Tom Moss writes about &lt;a href =&#34;http://www.MalaiseLawFirm.com&#34;&gt;Bankruptcy San Antonio&lt;/a&gt; laws.    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
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		<title>Filing for Bankruptcy in California</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Filing for Bankruptcy in California    </b><br />There are many reasons to file bankruptcy &mdash; large medical bills, loss of a job, unsecured debt, etc.  These debts can get very large, very quickly if not properly managed. Nationwide, courts are seeing sizable increases in the number of people filing for bankruptcy protection. And not surprisingly, bankruptcy filings have increase the most in states that have experienced foreclosures due to defaulted loans. Filing for bankruptcy is not something you should do on your own, as you likely are unaware of bankruptcy laws.  It&#8217;s very important to find a lawyer who is experienced and has a track record of success. Save yourself the headache and let a skilled, experienced attorney help you.  The Sexton Law Firm (http://www. jamessextonlaw.com), a California bankruptcy firm, has provided suggestions on how go about filing: A bankruptcy lawyer&#8217;s main job is to review your personal information and help you determine the best course of action to take. They will advise you on what kind of bankruptcy you can file and ensure you get the best possible outcome.  When you meet with your bankruptcy lawyer, be sure you are prepared.  1. Ask what kind of bankruptcy you should file for. Chapter seven requires you to use non-exempt assets to pay off your creditors, this can be extremely detrimental.  Chapter eleven and thirteen, do not require this, but are much harder to qualify for and more expensive to file for. 2. Ask how to go about filing for bankruptcy.  There is a lot of paperwork to file, so be sure you have it checked by your attorney, as they will be able to direct you on everything you need to fill out. 3. Educate yourself on the fees you will have to pay for filing. They differ depending on the kind of bankruptcy you are filing for. Following these steps will help you achieve a thorough understanding of the process.  The Sexton Law Firm offers free consultations and never charges to speak with an attorney.  Get experience you can trust.  Speak with an attorney at the Sexton Law Firm today about your bankruptcy case and get the information you need.The Sexton Law Firm proudly serves the San Diego area.  Get your questions answered by an experienced and knowledgeable California attorney.  To speak with a local attorney for free, contact The Sexton Law Firm to set up an appointment. Phone: 619-476-9436 Fax: 619-476-9258 http://www.jamessextonlaw.com     <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
<p><b>Is Bankruptcy The End Of The Road  </b><br /> When the modifications to U S  Bankruptcy Code made it more difficult for people to declare bankruptcy and have debts forgiven, many consumer rights activists cried foul  The credit industry worked hard to get this passed, and at first blush, it does appear to work against debtors  . .On the other hand, the changes did debtors a favor in some respects  By making it harder to seek bankruptcy protection, the new laws made it mandatory that those who might not need to declare bankruptcy go through credit counseling and enter a repayment plan if possible  The changes also revealed just how desperate creditors are to keep your debts from being written off completely  Armed with that knowledge, there are ways to avoid bankruptcy and right your personal financial ship  . . .Pennies on the Dollar . .Everyone has seen or heard ads for law firms or other agencies that will work with creditors and settle your debts for virtually nothing  This can happen, but there are some caveats  One is that many such agencies are not reliable or trustworthy  If they are full-fledged law firms, they will have some oversight from the state supreme court&#8217;s disciplinary counsel, as well as the local bar association  Even so, be wary and investigate before signing on with anyone  . .Further, these agencies collect your money for a time without paying your creditors  Your accounts will get further behind while you pay them, knocking your credit score down nearly as much as a bankruptcy would  If you are struggling to make ends meet but paying on time or nearly so, this is a fairly unpalatable option  . .Finally, to the extent that these agencies do help, you may be able to do the same for yourself  While some creditors are more willing than others to settle for lower dollar amounts, any of them would rather take something than nothing  Thus, if you are already that far behind, you might try saving yourself some fees that would be charged by the agencies by negotiating for yourself  . .Credit Counseling . .An adage that has been unfairly applied to lawyers is true in the area of credit counselors; 99 percent of them give the rest a bad name  Class action suits against these groups abound, and internet message boards are full of angry stories  A good credit counseling agency can help immensely  . .The way such agencies work is to work out a payment plan with you based on what you can afford  They then apply it to paying off your creditors based on preset rate reductions  They are funded by the credit industry, which is a major turn off for some people  However, the credit industry pays them to do something that helps the consumer; they help you pay your accounts off, at a lower interest rate than you might get otherwise  . .Again, many of these agencies are unreliable, paying late or not at all  Many creditors, upon your telling them you plan to work through a credit counseling agency, will try to talk you out of it for this reason  When they do, listen  You may be able to work out a better deal for yourself than the agency could  The creditors want to be paid to the extent possible; they have no incentive to ruin your credit by forcing you into bankruptcy  . .If you do decide to go through a credit counselor, investigate first  Is the agency accredited? What complaints against them have been filed with the Better Business Bureau and how have they been resolved? Find a place you can trust  . .Conclusion . .There are ways to avoid bankruptcy in most cases  If you have lost everything with uninsured hospital bills, that is one thing  Being behind on your bills and overextended on credit need not push most people over that edge  Creditors want you solvent so they can collect something; you want yourself solvent so you can obtain credit again someday  The U S  government wants you solvent so you can contribute to the economy  Look into your options and you will learn that you can usually find your way out of the bankruptcy hole before you hit bottom . <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
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		<title>Shouldn   t you be able to discharge your student loans in a bankruptcy?</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Shouldn   t you be able to discharge your student loans in a bankruptcy?    </b><br />Many students today leave college and graduate schools with mounting bills before they ever commence their employment life.   In many cases these student loans can amount to an excess of $200,000.  The monthly payments new graduates face can be as significant as $1,200 per month.  Couple that payment with the uncertainty of the US and world economy and the situation truly appears to be grim.  Many of today   s young professionals and working class amass large unsecured debt through credit card purchases just to get by.  They do not earn even as much money as the median person in their state.  Many have purchased homes with current fair market values worth many thousands of dollars less then their mortgages, and in many cases fall behind on their payments.  What are their options negotiate with their creditors?  If these debtors can not afford to commit to the massive payments, then negotiation is not an option.  Their only true salvation is a chapter 7 bankruptcy.    The debtors certainly can get some relief from filing for bankruptcy.  If they have incurred massive credit card debt, medical bills, or even judgments for failure to pay debts, those all can be wiped out as unsecured debt.  If they can not afford their home, they can always walk away from it.  Even if the bank can not recoup their money and obtains a deficiency judgment against the debtor, that judgment is not secured as the mortgage was, it can also be stripped.  However, many young debtors largest concern and most significant payment comes in the form of their student loan.  What happens to that debt?  Currently, a student loan is not secured in any collateral, but it is considered a priority debt, and can not be wiped out quite so easily.  In order for a debt to be discharged, it first must be classified as a consumer debt.  The debt must have been incurred for a personal, household or family purpose. For example, most courts have held that taxes are not consumer debts within the meaning of the Bankruptcy Code.  Debts incurred in the production of income are generally not considered consumer debts.  Compass Bank v. Meyer (In re Meyer), 296 B.R. 849 (2003).  Other courts, including two courts of appeals, have adopted the &#8221;profit motive&#8221; test.  Baskin v. G. Fox and Co., 550 F. Supp. 64 (D. Conn. 1982). Under this test, a debt is not a consumer debt if it &#8221;was incurred with an eye toward profit.&#8221; In re Booth, 858 F.2d 1051, 1055, (5th Cir. 1988).  If a debt is incurred partly for business purposes and partly for personal, family or household purposes, the term &#8221;primarily&#8221; in the definition suggests that whether the debt is a &#8221;consumer debt&#8221; should depend upon which purpose predominates. Presumably, this determination would normally turn on the purpose for which most of the funds were obtained. In re Booth.  Under this test, courts have concluded that student loans may or may not be consumer debts, depending in part on the motivation for obtaining them. In re Stewart, 175 F.3d 796 (B.A.P. 10th Cir. 1997).  The court held a student loan classification depends on facts; in the case, classification of a portion of medical school loans as consumer debt was not erroneous.  If a court determines that a student loan is a consumer debt, which in and of itself still will not provide grounds to discharge the loan.  A court must find pursuant to Section 523(a)(8) of the US Bankruptcy Code, that the student loan qualifies as an    undue hardship which allows the court to discharge an otherwise nondischargeable priority debt if excluding the debt from discharge will necessitate an undue hardship on the debtor or the debtor&#8217;s dependents.  Such a judicial decision is discretionary with the bankruptcy judge in determining whether payment of the debt will cause undue hardship on the debtor, thus defeating the &#8221;fresh start&#8221; concept of the bankruptcy laws.  The most widely used test for evaluating the dischargeability of a student loan under section 523(a)(8) states that the debt is dischargeable if three conditions are met:  1. The debtor cannot maintain, based on current income and expenses, a &#8221;minimal&#8221; standard of living if forced to repay the loans; 2. There are indications that the state of affairs is likely to persist for a significant portion of the repayment period; and 3. The debtor made good faith efforts to repay the loans. Brunner v. New York State Higher Educ. Servs. Corp., 831 F.2d 395 (2d Cir. 1987)  The Supreme Court has stated that section 523(a)(8) is &#8216;&#8217;self-executing&#8221; and that &#8221;[u]nless the debtor affirmatively secures a hardship determination, the discharge order will not include a student loan debt.&#8221;  Tennessee Student Assistance Corp. v. Hood, 541 U.S. 440 (2004).  In other words, student loan debt remains due until there is a determination that the loan is dischargeable.  Underwood v. United Student Aid Funds, Inc. (In re Underwood), 299 B.R. 471 (Bankr. S.D. Ohio 2003).  To demonstrate the current criteria used by the Bankruptcy court to discharge a student loan, the district of Massachusetts has set a high bar. The debtor was a 32 year old unmarried woman who suffered from relapsing, recurring Multiple Sclerosis. The debtor&#8217;s currently monthly income totaled $ 1101.  The court found that the debtor&#8217;s minimum expenses exceed her income. The debtor would have to give up her telephone and her gas money to become even marginally solvent. The court also found that the debtor had made Herculean efforts to both find work of a type she could perform and actually work despite facing daunting physical obstacles. Finally, the court found that the debtor&#8217;s current condition, which had worsened since she first became symptomatic, would continue to impair her ability to find employment that would improve her financial status. The court reasoned in part that it had been able to observe many of the debtor&#8217;s symptoms first-hand.  Denittis v. Educ. Credit Mgmt. Corp. (In re Denittis), 362 B.R. 57 (First Circuit for the District of Massachusetts 2007).  As a further example of how precarious a debtor   s situation must be, the same court as above denied the debtor   s motion to discharge her student loan.  The court held the educational loans were not dischargeable under 11 U.S.C.S.    523(a)(8) because the debtor&#8217;s prospects for increasing income over time were promising and, by slightly cutting her expenses, she could make the minimal payments towards her student loan obligations under the Income Contingent Repayment Plan.  Brunell v. Citibank (SD) N.A. (In re Brunell), 356 B.R. 567 (1st Circuit, 2006).The forgoing article on bankruptcy relief from student loans was drafted by Attorney Michael Goldstein, a &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.goldsteinandclegglaw.com/bankruptcy_blog&#34;&gt;Massachusetts Bankruptcy Attorney&lt;/a&gt;.    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
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		<title>Basic Information About Bankruptcy</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Basic Information About Bankruptcy </b><br /> How will Filing for Bankruptcy Affect my Credit? . .Bankruptcy is a life changing event in any person&#8217;s life, with long lasting consequence  For example, a record of the bankruptcy will appear in the Public Records section of your consumer credit report for the next ten years  Having said that, however, consumers can and do seek and obtain credit after going through bankruptcy  . .What Information will be on my Credit Reports? . .In addition to the public record of the bankruptcy, each of your creditors that were included in the bankruptcy will update your account to reflect the bankruptcy  The exact information reported will vary based upon the history of the account at the time the bankruptcy is filed  In general, most accounts should be reported as &#8220;Included in Bankruptcy &#8221; Some may refer to the specific type of bankruptcy with remarks such as &#8220;Chapter 7&#8243; or &#8220;Wage earner repayment plan &#8221; . .After bankruptcy, the balance, current payment, and amount past due should all reflect zero dollars  However, if you were late on your bills before your bankruptcy was filed, those notations may or may not appear on your credit reports  The last part of this article discusses how to dispute false information on your credit reports after bankruptcy  . .Will I be Able to Get Credit after Bankruptcy? . .For the majority of consumers that file for bankruptcy and either obtain a discharge (Chapter 7) or complete their repayment plan (Chapter 13), the answer is &#8220;Yes&#8221;  It is likely that credit will be more costly than prior to bankruptcy, which may be reflected in higher interest rates, security deposits, or lower amounts of credit offered  The two most important factors in being able to obtain credit after bankruptcy are 1) paying all of your bills on time after bankruptcy; and 2) the length of time that passes after your bankruptcy  Obviously, you have control over the former, but not the latter  Consumers can rebuild their credit after bankruptcy by using low limit or secured credit card accounts, and conscientiously paying them off each and every month  . .How to Dispute False Credit Reports after Bankruptcy . .As noted above, post-bankruptcy credit reports should show discharged accounts as &#8220;Included in Bankruptcy&#8221; with a zero balance and zero past due  Often these accounts are reported inaccurately, or have not been updated with the correct information  Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, consumers have the right to dispute false or incomplete information in their credit reports  . .First, get a copy of your credit report  Consumers can request their free annual credit report by writing to Annual Credit Report Request Service, P O  Box 105281, Atlanta, GA 30348-5281  The request form is available at the annualcreditreport com website  . .Next, send a written dispute letter to the credit reporting agencies  Tell them that you filed for bankruptcy, and give them the bankruptcy court case number  List the specific accounts and account numbers which were discharged  Send your letter via certified mail, with a return receipt requested  Keep a copy of your signed, dated letter, along with copies of enclosures  . .If you cannot get false information deleted from your credit report, you may want to talk to a consumer protection attorney about your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act . <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
<p><b>Bankruptcy Lawyer: Your Final Solution When Running Out Of Options    </b><br />Before rushing to a lawyer to assist you in filing for bankruptcy, you have to make sure what is bankruptcy and what is not. Only then will you have to find a bankruptcy lawyer that you can work with in filing your case. Many people rush to file for bankruptcy thinking that it will solve their financial problems. The opposite is often true. Declaring your business to be legally bankrupt, only mean that you have done everything you could and there is no way for recovery. It means being deep in debt that it will already be impossible for you to sustain the business. There are kinds and variations to bankruptcy and the legal process will depend very much on where you are coming from but the purpose is the same. Bankruptcy cases will take years to resolve. The court will determine what debts do not have to be repaid and what will be directly deducted from your income. In the interim, credit lines will be closed to you. Your credit history will be tainted and no credit institution will want to do business with you. Back taxes that you owe will still have to be paid and obligations will still be enforced like alimony and child support. When there is no resolution that is possible, finding a good bankruptcy lawyer will then be the only recourse. A good bankruptcy lawyer should be someone you can be comfortable talking with. Someone you can trust and someone who has displayed competence in handling bankruptcy. This is very important as communication between you and the lawyer must be based on trust. There have been so many instances when the client holds back on information that he thinks is not so significant only to learn later on that the piece of information that was withheld posed additional complication to the case. Withholding information from your bankruptcy lawyer pose problems where non existed before. Bankruptcy lawyers can only help the client to the extent of the knowledge that the lawyer has. It is crucial then that the client works with the lawyer. This is in the first place the client?s future that is at stake. Do not hesitate to interview the lawyer prior to retaining him. Ask the lawyer questions and a good lawyer must answer you in a language that you can understand. If you don?t, do not be afraid to clarify statements that could be ambiguous to you. Find out a bankruptcy lawyer that already has an extensive experience in handling bankruptcy cases. Whenever possible find a bankruptcy lawyer who is a specialist. Avoid the generalist, as they may not be able to help you as much. If you feel uncomfortable talking with a particular bankruptcy lawyer, find another one. You can visit the local bar association to find out their recommendation. When you visit your bankruptcy lawyer, bring a list of all the creditors that you owe, including payments to personal loans that you are not left behind and a list of all your assets and liabilities. The more information you provide the bankruptcy lawyer, the better and more accurate the recommendations he will give you. Remember that lawyers can only work as good as the information that you provide. Cooperate well in giving your lawyer the data regarding your case because you are in the best position to give those to him. You also will be the person that will either suffer or benefit from the outcome. Robert Thatcher is a freelance publisher based in Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and reports in various ezines and provides bankruptcy lawyer resources on &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.your-bankruptcy-lawyer.info&#34;&gt;www.your-bankruptcy-lawyer.info&lt;/a&gt;.    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Shouldn   t you be able to discharge your student loans in a bankruptcy?    </b><br />Many students today leave college and graduate schools with mounting bills before they ever commence their employment life.   In many cases these student loans can amount to an excess of $200,000.  The monthly payments new graduates face can be as significant as $1,200 per month.  Couple that payment with the uncertainty of the US and world economy and the situation truly appears to be grim.  Many of today   s young professionals and working class amass large unsecured debt through credit card purchases just to get by.  They do not earn even as much money as the median person in their state.  Many have purchased homes with current fair market values worth many thousands of dollars less then their mortgages, and in many cases fall behind on their payments.  What are their options negotiate with their creditors?  If these debtors can not afford to commit to the massive payments, then negotiation is not an option.  Their only true salvation is a chapter 7 bankruptcy.    The debtors certainly can get some relief from filing for bankruptcy.  If they have incurred massive credit card debt, medical bills, or even judgments for failure to pay debts, those all can be wiped out as unsecured debt.  If they can not afford their home, they can always walk away from it.  Even if the bank can not recoup their money and obtains a deficiency judgment against the debtor, that judgment is not secured as the mortgage was, it can also be stripped.  However, many young debtors largest concern and most significant payment comes in the form of their student loan.  What happens to that debt?  Currently, a student loan is not secured in any collateral, but it is considered a priority debt, and can not be wiped out quite so easily.  In order for a debt to be discharged, it first must be classified as a consumer debt.  The debt must have been incurred for a personal, household or family purpose. For example, most courts have held that taxes are not consumer debts within the meaning of the Bankruptcy Code.  Debts incurred in the production of income are generally not considered consumer debts.  Compass Bank v. Meyer (In re Meyer), 296 B.R. 849 (2003).  Other courts, including two courts of appeals, have adopted the &#8221;profit motive&#8221; test.  Baskin v. G. Fox and Co., 550 F. Supp. 64 (D. Conn. 1982). Under this test, a debt is not a consumer debt if it &#8221;was incurred with an eye toward profit.&#8221; In re Booth, 858 F.2d 1051, 1055, (5th Cir. 1988).  If a debt is incurred partly for business purposes and partly for personal, family or household purposes, the term &#8221;primarily&#8221; in the definition suggests that whether the debt is a &#8221;consumer debt&#8221; should depend upon which purpose predominates. Presumably, this determination would normally turn on the purpose for which most of the funds were obtained. In re Booth.  Under this test, courts have concluded that student loans may or may not be consumer debts, depending in part on the motivation for obtaining them. In re Stewart, 175 F.3d 796 (B.A.P. 10th Cir. 1997).  The court held a student loan classification depends on facts; in the case, classification of a portion of medical school loans as consumer debt was not erroneous.  If a court determines that a student loan is a consumer debt, which in and of itself still will not provide grounds to discharge the loan.  A court must find pursuant to Section 523(a)(8) of the US Bankruptcy Code, that the student loan qualifies as an    undue hardship which allows the court to discharge an otherwise nondischargeable priority debt if excluding the debt from discharge will necessitate an undue hardship on the debtor or the debtor&#8217;s dependents.  Such a judicial decision is discretionary with the bankruptcy judge in determining whether payment of the debt will cause undue hardship on the debtor, thus defeating the &#8221;fresh start&#8221; concept of the bankruptcy laws.  The most widely used test for evaluating the dischargeability of a student loan under section 523(a)(8) states that the debt is dischargeable if three conditions are met:  1. The debtor cannot maintain, based on current income and expenses, a &#8221;minimal&#8221; standard of living if forced to repay the loans; 2. There are indications that the state of affairs is likely to persist for a significant portion of the repayment period; and 3. The debtor made good faith efforts to repay the loans. Brunner v. New York State Higher Educ. Servs. Corp., 831 F.2d 395 (2d Cir. 1987)  The Supreme Court has stated that section 523(a)(8) is &#8216;&#8217;self-executing&#8221; and that &#8221;[u]nless the debtor affirmatively secures a hardship determination, the discharge order will not include a student loan debt.&#8221;  Tennessee Student Assistance Corp. v. Hood, 541 U.S. 440 (2004).  In other words, student loan debt remains due until there is a determination that the loan is dischargeable.  Underwood v. United Student Aid Funds, Inc. (In re Underwood), 299 B.R. 471 (Bankr. S.D. Ohio 2003).  To demonstrate the current criteria used by the Bankruptcy court to discharge a student loan, the district of Massachusetts has set a high bar. The debtor was a 32 year old unmarried woman who suffered from relapsing, recurring Multiple Sclerosis. The debtor&#8217;s currently monthly income totaled $ 1101.  The court found that the debtor&#8217;s minimum expenses exceed her income. The debtor would have to give up her telephone and her gas money to become even marginally solvent. The court also found that the debtor had made Herculean efforts to both find work of a type she could perform and actually work despite facing daunting physical obstacles. Finally, the court found that the debtor&#8217;s current condition, which had worsened since she first became symptomatic, would continue to impair her ability to find employment that would improve her financial status. The court reasoned in part that it had been able to observe many of the debtor&#8217;s symptoms first-hand.  Denittis v. Educ. Credit Mgmt. Corp. (In re Denittis), 362 B.R. 57 (First Circuit for the District of Massachusetts 2007).  As a further example of how precarious a debtor   s situation must be, the same court as above denied the debtor   s motion to discharge her student loan.  The court held the educational loans were not dischargeable under 11 U.S.C.S.    523(a)(8) because the debtor&#8217;s prospects for increasing income over time were promising and, by slightly cutting her expenses, she could make the minimal payments towards her student loan obligations under the Income Contingent Repayment Plan.  Brunell v. Citibank (SD) N.A. (In re Brunell), 356 B.R. 567 (1st Circuit, 2006).The forgoing article on bankruptcy relief from student loans was drafted by Attorney Michael Goldstein, a &lt;a href=&#34;http://www.goldsteinandclegglaw.com/bankruptcy_blog&#34;&gt;Massachusetts Bankruptcy Attorney&lt;/a&gt;.    <br /><i>Source: www.ArticlePros.com</i></p>
<p><b>Why is There Medical Bankruptcy  </b><br /> You often hear lots of bankruptcy stories  An individual with piles and piles of debts commonly declare bankruptcy  Heck, it&#8217;s actually the dreaded word anyone doesn&#8217;t want to experience  Why do people lead to being bankrupt? For one, getting all sorts of loans and credit cards from financial institutions will surely lead to debt problems when not handled properly  The typical causes of bankruptcies are due to the inability of an individual to pay their liabilities  If they can&#8217;t pay anymore, they have the option under the law to declare bankruptcy  However, there is a specific kind of bankruptcy which is increasing in number  . .The so-called medical bankruptcy is becoming popular to people who undergone medical treatment  As we all know, health care services are becoming expensive  The cost will depend on the type of service you availed and some other related charges  With all the charges like doctors&#8217; fee, medicines, hospital room fees and others, you will surely see yourself going broke  If you met an accident and injured yourself, you are putting your life on jeopardy  Not only that, your financial resources as well will suffer  It&#8217;s OK if you are from an affluent family and can support your bills  What if you&#8217;re income is just enough to cover your everyday expenses  . .Getting a needed medical treatment will surely put your financial situation into a breakdown  That&#8217;s why some people resort to medical bankruptcy  The reason for it is due to lack of financial resources  The medical bills seems too expensive and unreasonable to their finances  Some health institutions offer installment payments but the terms and conditions are just too disadvantageous  Even though you are allowed to pay in installments, the monthly payment is sometimes not affordable  Remember, if ever you undergone medical treatment, your physical body is still weak  Employment seems too impossible and you&#8217;re left with no income at all  . .How can you pay the health institution if you don&#8217;t have money? Unpaid medical bills to some extent can even lose some of your valuable properties like your home  Due to desperation, you will resort to loans which have higher interest rates  But if ever you can&#8217;t pay, the lender has the right to foreclose your property  You have no option but just to declare medical bankruptcy  Moreover, being bankrupt connotes negative consequences on your part  There are limitations set by the court once you declared bankruptcy  You cannot easily borrow from lending institutions for a certain period of time  . .To avoid medical bankruptcy, it is helpful to have medical insurance  In times of health treatments, the insurance company will take care of your bills  That would be very helpful to you  You don&#8217;t have to worry on where to get the money in paying all your bills  You can just relax within the comforts of your home and never get problematic on the matter  As much as possible, medical bankruptcy should be your last option  Find means on how you can fight being bankrupt  Better consult a professional to help with your problem . <br /><i>Source: www.rsstnx.com</i></p>
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