Articles Posted in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Contrary to popular opinion, a bankruptcy debtor does not have to give up his or her vehicle immediately upon filing bankruptcy. First, many debtors choose to keep their vehicles and can do so as long as they continue to make the regular monthly payment and sign a reaffirmation agreement to…

Retail sales are up 7.9% from December 2009 to December 2010. Although retail sales increased only .6% in December from November and were lower than expected, retail sales are now above the pre-recession peak in November 2007. Initially this appears good right? Bankruptcy rates in Florida and elsewhere should start…