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Virginia Bankruptcy Exemptions
Virginia bankruptcy exemptions let you keep essential property, including your home, car, instruments, retirement accounts, and furnishings. Understand how bankruptcy exemptions function in Chapters 7 and 13.
The Motor Vehicle Exemption in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Most states let you protect or “exempt” some equity in your car, van, truck, or motorcycle using the motor vehicle exemption. You can keep the car in Chapter 7 bankruptcy if you can exempt its equity and meet other requirements.
What Happens to Your Timeshare and Timeshare Debt in Bankruptcy?
Find out what happens to a timeshare mortgage and related debts in bankruptcy and why it will depend on the timeshare type, its value, and whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Keeping Two Cars in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
You can keep two cars in Chapter 13 bankruptcy, but you'll need to be able to afford the required payment, which could be high. Learn the steps you can take to make a Chapter 13 payment more affordable.
Documents Needed For The Meeting of Creditors
Learn about the documents you should bring to your 341 hearing, what you'll turn over before, and the documents you might be asked to provide the trustee afterward.
The Role of the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee
The Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee handles the case until it's closed. Learn how the trustee evaluates your financial condition, sells property, investigates assets that could be liquidated for creditors, and more.
Exceptions to Bankruptcy's Credit Counseling and Debtor Education Requirements
Learn to determine whether you're exempt from completing a credit counseling course and find out why it would be unusual for an individual to be exempt from the bankruptcy educational course requirements.
How Does a Sole Proprietorship File for Bankruptcy?
Sole proprietorships can receive bankruptcy relief by filing for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy. Learn why sole proprietors have more bankruptcy options than other business types and what to expect in Chapters 7 and 13.
How Are Utility Bills Treated in Bankruptcy?
You can discharge outstanding utility bills in Chapter 7 bankruptcy and repay a portion of past-due bills in Chapter 13 bankruptcy. However, a utility deposit might be required. Learn more.
The Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Repayment Plan
Chapter 13 debtors must draft a legally compliant repayment plan that repays creditors some or all of what's owed over three to five years. Learn about the requirements the debtor must meet to receive court approval.