In California, when one spouse files for bankruptcy, is the non-filing spouses interest in jointly titled property part of the bankruptcy estate?
Can Tax Refund Be Taken If I Owe On A Military Star Card
If you are in default on your military star card then the federal government may take your tax refund to pay your military star card.
Avoiding an Administrative Freeze on Your Bank Accounts
What steps should you take to avoid having your bank accounts frozen when you file for bankruptcy?
Court of Appeals Decides to Allow Bank to Put an “Administrative Freeze”
Court of Appeals Decides It’s OK for a Bank to Put an “Administrative Freeze” on Chapter 7 Debtors’ Bank Accounts
A Chapter 13 Plan Can Help You Deal with Secured Personal Property
A Chapter 13 plan can provide you with numerous advantages to deal with creditors who have a security interest on personal property.
Can Stores Repossess What You Bought With The Store Card?
If you granted a store card or a credit card a security interest, then they may be able to repossess the items you purchased.
Can The Bank Take Money From My Account to Pay What I Owe Them?
Your bank or credit union may have a right to take money from your bank account if you owe them money. What should you do to protect yourself
What is the Statute of Limitations for Debt in California?
The statute of limitations for most debts in California is 4 years from the date of last payment or the last charge on the account.
How to Keep Your Tax Refund During Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
You may be able to keep your tax refund in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If certain unexpected expenses emerge you may be able to request permission to keep your tax refund.
What Should I Expect At My Reaffirmation Hearing?
Information on what will happen at your Chapter 7 reaffirmation hearing. What should you expect the judge to ask you at the reaffirmation hearing.
Your Tax Refund Can Be Taken If You Owe Certain Debts
The IRS can take your tax refund if you owe certain types of debts to the federal or state government. These include past due income taxes, student loans and child support.
Filing Bankruptcy without Your Spouse in California, Part 2
In California, a creditor of one spouse may be able to go after the income and assets of both spouses. Debts incurred during the marriage, by either spouse, can be satisfied from the community assets.