BK Mistake #2: Repaying Some Debts, Ignoring Others
The US Bankruptcy Code is designed to protect both debtors and creditors. The court will not allow you to pick and choose which debts are worthy of repaying and which are not.
The US Bankruptcy Code is designed to protect both debtors and creditors. The court will not allow you to pick and choose which debts are worthy of repaying and which are not.
When you file for chapter 13 bankruptcy protection you are required to repay your outstanding debt, usually within a three to five year period, and allowed to keep your property. This bankruptcy option can be ideal for working individuals who have a substantial amount of debt on secured assets like a home, automobile or other…