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Important Points of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Chapter 7 bankruptcy is one type of bankruptcy that is available for people to file under the Bankruptcy Code. This form of bankruptcy is not available to everyone. Only certain people can file this type of bankruptcy and only people in certain situations should someone file this type of bankruptcy.

Who Can File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is available to individuals and some businesses. In order to file Chapter 7 assets should be limited to those that can be claimed as exempt.

Even though sometimes the court may rule that a person is not able to file a Chapter 7, at times, it may be one of the best moves you can make.

Process of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

The process of filing for a Chapter 7 may be long as you are required to collect all the information about your debts and your financial situation. Other than that, you're also required to meet with a counselor and attend counseling.

After this is done, you will then stat filling up some forms. After filling up the forms, you have to attend court to plead your case. The decision will be up to the court.

As you can see, this is quite a long process. However, you do not need to worry because as long as you are still undergoing the process, you are protected from debt collection by creditors.

Any Risks Involved?

If you think bankruptcy is an easy way to clear your debts, think again. Recent changes in the bankruptcy laws has made filing bankruptcy more difficult and in some cases impossible.

You are at risk of losing your assets because they can be taken to repay debts. You are also going to end up with a damaged credit record. The effects of a bankruptcy can last seven to ten years and can really hurt your ability to get loans and other forms of credit in the future.

New laws may require you to file a Chapter 13 instead of a Chapter 7 if your income is deemed to be more than the set amount. The court can decide that a repayment plan is better for your situation instead of actually clearing your debts.

So, there you have it! The important points of bankruptcy Chapter 7, one thing that you should remember; bankruptcy should not be seen as an easy way out to settle your debts and you will end up losing you assets. However, if you are serious about filing for Chapter 7, you should think about the result of filing for one.



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