Many of our clients want to know when the trustee will come to their home to look over their property. Debtors filing a chapter 7 bankruptcy are anticipating the trustee coming into their homes to determine what property will be sold during the course of their case. Our clients are relieved to know that the…
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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…
Can a Kansas or Missouri Bankruptcy Save My House from Foreclosure?
If you are behind on your home mortgage filing for bankruptcy may give you the ability to save your home. There are two different chapters of bankruptcy utilized by most consumers – chapter 7 and chapter 13. An automatic stay will go into effect on the day your case is filed under either chapter, with…
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…
What Is A 341 Meeting Of Creditors And What Can I Expect At My Bankruptcy Hearing?
Expect your Kansas City Bankruptcy Attorneys to continue to guide you through the Bankruptcy process – You will be fully prepared to meet with the Kansas Bankruptcy Trustee assigned to your Bankruptcy case! After your bankruptcy case has been electronically filed in Kansas, a 341 meeting (Meeting of Creditors) will be scheduled. This meeting will…
In Step In Shape
We had a wonderful time yesterday at In Step In Shape Walk & Expo hosted by the Johnson County Parks and Rec 50+ department. The event took place at the Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm in their lovely Heritage Center. Tim Talbott presented a wonderful historical interpretation and video covering the history of the Mahaffie…
Can I keep my car if I file Bankruptcy?
You can keep all personal property that is exempt. Under statute, every person residing in Kansas shall have exempt from seizure and sale upon any attachment, execution or other process issued from any court in this state certain personal property. Fortunately, Kansas exemptions are quite gracious so there is a good chance you may keep…
If I file bankruptcy can I keep my house?
When you file for bankruptcy any property you own will be classified as exempt property or non-exempt property. Exempt property is safe during the bankruptcy. Non-exempt property can be sold for the benefit of your creditors. Each state is allowed to decide what exemptions are available to their residents. In Kansas, a Kansas resident is…
What are the different Chapters of Bankruptcy?
There are several different Chapters of Bankruptcy. Part of the Bankruptcy Information Sheet provided by U.S. Trustee Program explains each as follows: Chapter 7 – A trustee is appointed to take over your property. Any property of value will be sold or turned into money to pay your creditors. You may be able to keep…
