What does a rise in Median Income Levels mean to you? Starting May 1, 2012 the Median Income Levels went up in Kansas and Missouri. In addition the IRS National Standard Deductions changed. If you have been considering filing for Bankruptcy this means that you may be more likely to qualify for a Chapter 7…
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Second Annual Food From The Bar Campaign Kickoff Starts Today In Kansas & Missouri!
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONSED TO JOIN THE LEGAL COMMUNITY IN PARTICIPATING IN THE DONATE CANNED GOODS, CEREALS, PEANUT BUTTER, OR CHECK MADE PAYABLE TO: Community and Family Support Services, Inc. (“CFSS,Inc”) Failure to respond will result in 1 in 4 children continuing to go hungry, elderly and families remaining in need, and our local…
Can I stay in my apartment if I am late on my rent and file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy case in Kansas or Missouri?
It depends! You may be able to stay in your apartment, but you need to know the risks and your options. Typically, if you are late paying your rent then your landlord can take you to court and have you evicted. On top of that — your landlord may get a judgment against you for…
Should I file Bankruptcy in Kansas or Missouri before or after my car is repoed?
You may file your bankruptcy case before your car is repossessed or you can chose to wait until the creditor repossess your car to file your case. The first thing to do would be to speak with a Kansas City Bankruptcy Attorney to determine which Chapter of Bankruptcy you will qualify for and if Bankruptcy…
Is there a reason my credit card debt would not be discharged if I file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Kansas?
Credit card debt is usually discharged in bankruptcy. Apparently there is a rumor or a misunderstanding regarding credit card debt and the ability to discharge it through a bankruptcy filing. None of what I have heard is based in truth. That is why it is so important to speak with and experienced Kansas City Bankruptcy…
My ex-spouse filed for bankruptcy in Kansas and I was not listed as a creditor but Chid Support Enforcement (CSE) was — will I get the child support arrears owed to me?
There are certain debts that are not dischargeable in either a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy case. Child support is one of them. So, you will get any arrears owed to you; however, the method may vary. Typically a Creditor must file a Proof of Claim in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy case in…
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Debtor’s Duties : Part II : Do I Have To List ALL Of My Assets and Liabilities in Kansas?
Yes! When you file your Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy case in Kansas and/or Missouri you will have to list EVERYTHING! As was discussed in Debtor’s Duties : Part I, Debtors have a responsibility to the Court – such as listing ALL their creditors when filing their bankruptcy case. In this series of blogs,…
Do I Have To List ALL Of My Creditors When I File My Bankruptcy Case?
Yes, you must list ALL of your creditors. Debtor’s Duties : Part I There are many benefits to filing a Chapter7 Bankruptcy or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy case – you can stop a garnishment of wages, foreclosure on your home and harassing phone calls from creditors. Not only that, but you can discharge much, if not…
Why Do I Have To Take A Credit Counseling Course Before I File My Bankruptcy?
Credit Counseling Requirements Before Filing For Personal Bankruptcy In Kansas City As part of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005, before you file for bankruptcy relief, you must take a credit counseling course. This is a onetime class which you may take over the phone, online or in person. The certificate…
