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Many California residents fear bankruptcy and the stigma it holds. However, when you’re struggling with debts and unable to pay some or all of them, it can be a lifesaver. It’s even possible to buy a home after bankruptcy; this is what you need to know and the steps...
California is the place where many people have realized their dreams. It's also the venue for many bankruptcies over the years. If you fall into the latter category, don't panic. Your credit and reputation are not permanently damaged. There are many methods you can...
Retirement is a thought on the minds of many California adults. If you are at retirement age and have significant debt, retire with significant debt, filing for bankruptcy could be the right move. Taking the means test The means test is a commonly used test measuring...
In California and other states, no one wants to find themselves in a position where they need to file for bankruptcy protection. However, separating the facts from the fiction can demystify the process and help people make informed decisions about how this option may...
Suppose your California business struggles to stay afloat, and creditors call you daily, demanding payment. In this case, a Chapter 11 bankruptcy might provide the means to regain financial stability and stop the harassment. Keep reading to learn the basic facts about...
Filing for bankruptcy may be an effective way to reduce or eliminate personal or business debts. Depending on the circumstances of your case, it may be an effective way to reduce or eliminate personal debts that were incurred to run your business. If your company is...
There's a common myth that filing for consumer bankruptcy costs you everything you own. That bankruptcy means creditors seize or force you to sell all your possessions until you walk away debt-free, but with nothing more than the clothes on your back. This prospect...
While Chapter 11 bankruptcy is typically used by companies looking to reorganize their debt, it can be used by individuals as well. It is often used by California residents who exceed the secured and unsecured debt limits associated with Chapter 13. Chapter 13 debt...
Anyone considering bankruptcy might have concerns about how the filing could affect them. While filing for Chapter 7 or 13 in a California federal court may help someone struggling with insurmountable debt, bankruptcy will remain on someone's credit history for ten or...
The well-known retailer Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy protection on April 23, 2023, after years of significant financial challenges. The company attempted to raise funds several times to save itself, but its efforts needed to be increased to offset the...