Debt Settlement vs. Bankruptcy
Debt Settlement Better Than Bankruptcy?
Rarely.
There are some situations which prohibit a person from filing bankruptcy and debt settlement is really their only option to get rid of their debt. Sometimes, the amount of debt or creditors are few and it just makes more sense for the individual to settle their debts rather than file bankruptcy. However, debt settlement is rarely going to be better than filing a chapter 7 bankruptcy and obtaining a discharge of your debts. Therefore, it is important to obtain accurate information about bankruptcy and debt settlement. Both options should be thoroughly explored.
Bankruptcy Attorney in Mineola
The Law Firm of Vaughn, Weber & Prakope, PLLC, proudly assists residents of Long Island (Nassau county, Suffolk county) and New York City (Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan) with their bankruptcy filings and debt negotiation/settlement.
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Cash advances taken shortly before filing bankruptcy can be problematic for the debtor. Some creditors will file an adversary proceeding if they believe the cash advance is nondischargeable. This type of adversary proceeding is basically a lawsuit against you to determine the dischargeability of the cash advance. It must be defended like any other lawsuit or a default judgment will be taken against you. This type of action is by no means a slam-dunk for the creditor. However, some cash advances are presumed nondischargeable. This basically makes it easier for the creditor to make their case. Therefore, it would be wise to mention cash advances you have taken to your bankruptcy attorney before he of she files your bankruptcy case.
We proudly assist residents of Long Island (Nassau county, Suffolk county) and New York City (Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan) with their bankruptcy filings.
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You, as the landlord, might have to pay to move and store your evicted tenant’s belongings. This can be extremely expensive (we are talking about thousands of dollars here).
The good news:
- Not all NY counties require the landlord to pay for the moving and storage of an evicted tenant’s belongings.
The bad news:
If your county requires the landlord to move and store an evicted tenant’s belongings:
- You will likely have to hire a licensed and insured moving company.
- You will likely have to pay for storage at a commercial facility.
We proudly assist residents of Long Island (Nassau county, Suffolk county) and New York City (Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan) with their landlord tenant matters. We are conveniently located in the heart of Nassau County, Long Island, at 393 Jericho Tpke., Ste. 208, Mineola, NY 11501.
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Did the Means Test get easier?
The means test is a method of determining a person’s eligibility to maintain a chapter 7 case. It plays a major role in determining if a person can file a chapter 7 bankruptcy or must file under a different chapter of the bankruptcy code.
On March 15th the New York median household income increased. This allows those looking to file for chapter 7 bankruptcy to make a little more money, but still pass the means test. Generally, what is meant by passing/failing the means test:
Passing the means test = you can likely file a chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Failing the means test= you likely won’t be able to file a chapter 7 bankruptcy.
So, this increase should allow more people to pass the means test.
This is good news! However, the above is all very general information. You should discuss your specific situation with a knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney before deciding to file, or not file for bankruptcy.
We proudly assist residents of Long Island (Nassau county, Suffolk county) and New York City (Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island, Manhattan) with their bankruptcy filings. We are conveniently located in the heart of Nassau County, Long Island, at 393 Jericho Tpke., Ste. 208, Mineola, NY 11501.
Call (516) 858-2620 to arrange a FREE consultation with a bankruptcy attorney!
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