Filing for Chapter 7 can wipe out your debt quickly, but some property may be on the line if it isn't protected.

*Chapter 7 bankruptcy, also known as “liquidation bankruptcy,” allows people to discharge most unsecured debts. This includes medical bills, payday loans, and credit card balances. A trustee may sell ...

If you’re exploring bankruptcy, that probably means your debt situation is serious. It can be really frustrating to find out that bankruptcy cases cost money. If you had money, you might not need ...

The average American household currently carries over $7,000 in credit card debt, and for a large number of borrowers, other debts, like medical bills and personal loan debts, are also piling up amid ...

Corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and other businesses can file for protection under either Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. While a Chapter 11 bankruptcy can lead to ...

This little-known bankruptcy timing rule can impact your case, your assets and even whether you can file at all.