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BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: EFFECT ON DIVORCE

Are you wondering if you should obtain your divorce prior to filing bankruptcy or vice-versa? This article discusses the pros and cons of both approaches. You are advised to consult with an attorney to review your own specific facts and circumstances!

BANKRUPTCY: EFFECT ON STUDENT LOANS AND GRANTS

A summary of how filing a bankruptcy effects your student loans or pell grants.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: PRE-FILING TIPS

This article has tips for debtors to avoid actions that might negatively impact a future bankruptcy filing. This is not a complete list of pitfalls that could jeopardize your case. You are advised to consult with a bankruptcy attorney before engaging in any transactions involving debts or assets.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: CHAPTER 7 v. CHAPTER 13

This article compares and contrasts the two major consumer bankruptcy options: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 is a liquidating bankruptcy commonly referred to as "fresh start" bankruptcy. Chapter 13 is a debt reorganization option where debtors make a monthly payment for 3-5 years.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: KEEP YOUR HOME AND PRESERVE YOUR HOME EQUITY

This article discusses the options available to assist Debtors in keeping their homes and preserving equity in bankruptcy proceedings.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: BANKRUPTCY AND VEHICLE LOANS

Are you considering filing for bankruptcy but you need to keep your car? Maybe you need to file and you want to get rid of the car. This article discusses the options for keeping or surrendering your vehicle in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings.

Can I sell my house to my child so that I can stop a foreclosure and continue to live there?

Can I sell my house to my child so that I can stop a foreclosure and continue to live there?

How can I discharge the divorce court order that I pay my ex-spouse’s attorney fees?

Using that chapter, a debtor may discharge debts which are not domestic support obligations (DSOs). Domestic support obligations, generally speaking, are debts which are in the nature of alimony, maintenance, or support.

Can a homeowner testify as to the value of the home?

We often need to put on evidence about the value of assets. We try to use experts, such as appraisers, auctioneers, or brokers. But sometimes we just do not have an expert.

I Need a Credit Card For Work: Should I Keep Using It?

Should I keep paying on my credit card accounts? I need a credit card for work.

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