One of the questions we are often asked is “What are the differences between tax returns and tax refunds?” So, if you’re thinking of filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Minnesota, we thought we’d explain. Here’s what you need to know about the differences between tax returns and tax refunds. Tax returns… Read more »
Andrew Walker Wins a Court Victory Allowing Minnesota Homeowners To Keep the Money From Selling Their Homesteads
Bankruptcy Attorney Andrew Walker won a court victory in July, 2018 with the In Re Thomas, 17-43661 MER case, regarding the “Snapshot Rule”. This case, decided by the Bankruptcy Court for the District of Minnesota formally adopted the “Snapshot Rule” for how the proceeds from selling a house are treated in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy… Read more »
Why Homeowners With Bad Debt Should Use Bankruptcy to Avoid Home Equity Loans
Minnesota homeowners with bad debt should use bankruptcy to avoid home equity loans. As Minnesota bankruptcy attorneys, we’re bound to say that though, aren’t we? But here’s why. MINNESOTA LAWS ARE VERY FAVORABLE TO HOMEOWNERS In Minnesota, it is almost impossible for a debt that isn’t a mortgage to take your home. The Minnesota Homestead… Read more »
Minnesota Changes Bankruptcy Laws to Protect Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
The Minnesota legislature recently passed a law to make the first $25,000 that a person has in a Health Savings Account or HSA exempt from bankruptcy and exempt from judgment creditors or debt collectors who are trying to collect. This bill is called HF 2391 and was introduced by Senator Roger Chamberlain of District 38 to… Read more »
A warning to people thinking about debt settlement companies
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently brought a case against Freedom Debt Relief alleging that Freedom Debt Relief wasn’t telling its customers everything about how settlement works, and that it wasn’t handling their debts like it advertised. As a bankruptcy practitioner, I meet with lots of people who have tried debt consolidation using debt settlement companies… Read more »
Mortgage company changes mind over unjustified attorney’s fees
We recently filed a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy for someone who continued to pay their mortgage throughout the 3 months of their Chapter 7. We knew that the mortgage company was in no danger of taking a loss, as all payments were current, and the mortgage company did not have to do any extra work because… Read more »
Should you file for bankruptcy in Minnesota?
Should you file for bankruptcy in Minnesota? If you are living paycheck to paycheck because of debt, then maybe you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy as an option to get out of debt. When trying to decide if filing for bankruptcy in Minnesota is the right way to go, these are the 10 questions… Read more »
How to be the Perfect Bankruptcy Client
We often talk about what you need to know, and what you need to do when it comes to filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. This time we’re going to advise you how to behave, so that you’re the perfect bankruptcy client. Follow these tips and make your bankruptcy quicker and easier… Read more »
4 of The most common myths that surround bankruptcy
There are few things in life as daunting as declaring yourself bankrupt. But in these difficult financial times, this is a decision that many people face as they look to rebuild their lives. Even in today’s economic climate, the issue of filing for bankruptcy is shrouded in myth, mystery, and negative rumors. So here are… Read more »
7 Reasons Your Bankruptcy Case Will Be Dismissed
In reality, there are very few reasons why your bankruptcy case will be dismissed, because if you and your bankruptcy attorney do everything properly, and in accordance with the rules and laws, you will get the discharge you need. If you decide to file for bankruptcy yourself, then here are the potential issues you need to be… Read more »