Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Keep Your Property & Repay Debts over Time

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Keep Your Property & Repay Debts over Time

When you file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you can wipe out some of your debt and pay off the rest over time with a repayment plan approved by the bankruptcy court. You may be able to: <br><ul> <li>avoid foreclosure<br> <li>stop car repossession<br> <li>reduce car loan debt<br> <li>stop most debt collectors, and<br> <li>remove junior liens from your home <br></ul> Here, you'll find clear explanations of the Chapter 13 process and worksheets to help you: <br><ul> <li>consider alternatives to bankruptcy<br> <li>decide if Chapter 13 is your best option<br> <li>determine if you qualify for Chapter 13<br> <li>estimate your monthly plan repayment<br> <li>find and work effectively with an excellent lawyer, and<br> <li>rebuild your credit after bankruptcy <br></ul> This revised edition includes all the latest changes in bankruptcy law, including updated 50-state exemption tables, and important U.S. Supreme Court decisions. <br><br> If you are considering or have decided to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy, Nolo’s <i>Chapter 13 Bankruptcy</i> is the essential guide you need to understand the procedures and law. <br><br> <b>Please note:</b> This book does not cover business bankruptcies, farm reorganizations, or Chapter 7 personal bankruptcy. For Chapter 7 bankruptcy, see Nolo's <i>How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.</i>