Wondering about filing Bankruptcy: The first step is the Consultation . . . But when can you file? If you're considering bankruptcy and have had an initial consultation with us at Walden & Pfannenstiel, LLC, you might be wondering how quickly you can file. Here’s what you need to know about the timeline. Steps Before [...]
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Plan Payments . . . What is the Process -- Chapter 13 bankruptcy, often called a “reorganization bankruptcy,” allows you to keep your assets while paying off your debts over time. The Chapter 13 Repayment Plan When you file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you propose a repayment plan to the court. This [...]
Do I Qualify for Bankruptcy? Am I able to file . . . A Quick Guide -- If you're overwhelmed by debt and struggling to keep up with bills, you might be considering bankruptcy as a way to get a fresh start. But how do you know if you qualify for bankruptcy? Here's a brief [...]
Are you late on your rent -- Want to file Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... Know the risks and your options. So, what is going to happen if you file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy while you are late on rental payments? It depends! You may be able to stay in your apartment, but there may be [...]
How Can A Student Loan Attorney -- Help Me With My Loans ... I Need Relief. There are no questions that Student loan debt is problematic. Across the nation borrowers owe a collective $1.74 trillion in federal and private student loan debt as of February, 2024. If student loans are part of your struggle, it’s time [...]
Student Loan Debt is a Real Problem. ...and Student Loan Law is a complex area. Luckily there are Student Loan Attorneys. A Student Loan Lawyer has completed advanced training to be able to properly assist you with your student loans. Wondering how? Read on: Learn Your Options.
Student Loan Debt -- Continued Struggle ... With Support Available. There is more than $1.74 trillion in student loan debt. How did we get here? History of Student Loan Debt: To some degree, student loan issues go back to 1944 and the GI Bill. There have been various updates and changes over time. In regards [...]
Your 341 Meeting is the official forum for you to appear and answer questions under oath -- 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 City Bankruptcy Trustee assigned to your Bankruptcy case. We once appeared at [...]
UPDATES for Median Income Levels: Kansas and Missouri Bankruptcy Filers -- The Means Test looks at your Median Income to determine for which Chapter of Bankruptcy you qualify ... Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Most individual debtors filing for bankruptcy relief are required to complete a version of Bankruptcy Form 122. The Means Test is [...]
UPDATE 5/15/24 The Biden-Harris Administration Announced it will Allow Borrowers More Time to Consolidate Loans to Get Credit for Progress Toward Loan Forgiveness Programs! This administrative fix ensures borrowers get proper credit for progress borrowers made toward income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). The payment count adjustment is now anticipated to be [...]
