Most Americans have some amount of credit card debt. Some have an easier time of paying it than others. Often, people take on a little more than they can handle and, over time, they accumulate tens of thousands of such debt without having the sufficient...
Federal law in Chapters 7, 11, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code (Title 11), details the type of bankruptcy relief available in the United States. Today's blog, the last in a series, addresses some questions that you should ask if you are unsure which type...
Federal law in Chapters 7, 11, and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code (Title 11), details the type of bankruptcy relief available in the United States. Today's blog, the second in a series, addresses some questions that you should ask if you are unsure which type...
Federal law, specifically chapters 7, 11, and 13 of Title 11, detail the most common types of bankruptcy relief. Today's blog, the first of a series, addresses some questions that you should ask if you are unsure which type of bankruptcy is best for you. Chapter...
When life's problems cause you to get behind on mortgage payments with the resulting consequence that you face the possibility of the foreclosure of your family's home, bankruptcy may help save it. After all, your home is the most important, vital asset that you own. How...
Many of life's unexpected events such as the loss of a job, tragic accident, sudden illness, or death of a spouse may cause unforeseen, negative changes, especially in an individual's pool of assets and income. Such events may have the effect of eliminating adequate funds...
Alberto Montefalcon and the Montefalcon Law Offices serve all residents of the Sacramento area. We proudly serve individuals who need to file bankruptcy to solve their financial problems. Whether married or single, if you need to solve your problems related to financial difficulties, we may...
A chapter 13 discharge is distinct from a chapter 7 discharge. A chapter 13 discharge releases a chapter 13 debtor from the legal obligation to repay all debts provided for by the plan or disallowed, with some exception. Some debtors may fail to complete their...
Bankruptcy debtors with questions related to the meaning of a discharge in a bankruptcy case should consult with experienced and knowledgeable bankruptcy counsel. A chapter 13 discharge, which is distinct from a chapter 7 discharge, releases a chapter 13 debtor from the legal obligation to...
An experienced bankruptcy attorney like Alberto Montefalcon has the expertise and experience to assist all chapter 13 debtors who must reorganize and file a chapter 13 repayment plan. Additionally, a chapter 13 plan must be able to withstand any objection by creditors and be confirmed...