If the house was awarded to your ex in a divorce, but the title (deed) has not changed, you would have to list it, probably in the Statement of Financial Affairs, and explain the situation. The trustee will want to see the divorce court order.
This is a common question, especially when done as a form of asset protection. The ability for the bankruptcy courts to bring the real estate asset into the proceedings will depend on a few factors. A few of those being if the asset was transferred less then 12 months prior to the bankruptcy, do the "old owners" still live in the property, and/or if there is a mortgage or other debt for which the property is subject to. Lastly, there are some people that attempt to quit claim property as an attempt to hide or shelter assets, both in bankruptcy and divorce matters, and if the courts suspect such they can create a hold new legal problem for both the "old owners" and the new deed holder.
Someone has to pay for the house. You don't get it free. Usually, your ex would re-sign the loan papers. If he doesn't, he won't have to make payments. You'll get a notice of foreclosure and eventually have to move.
yes another answer: you can't lose your primary residence; also - homestead it.
When filing for bankruptcy, you must list any assets you own regardless of their value.
Why should you get the title? If the debt is secured by the condo or house, you cannot get a discharge of that debt unless you surrender the asset in the chapter 7.
Yes. That is probably one of the times this would be the correct Chapter to use.
You file bankruptcy as an individual. It involves everything you owe and everything you own. You cannot file bankruptcy for only one loan The bankruptcy process can exempt certain assets from the process. Some debts may not be cleared. A debt secured by a specific asset has first call on the funds from the sale of the asset. If the sale fails to pay all that is owed, the additional amounts can be claimed as unsecured debts owed. If you want to know more about bankruptcy in your state and how you may be able to protect your primary residence you should consult with a bankruptcy attorney.
You are normally allowed to keep the house you are living in and one car in a bankruptcy.
It is entirely possible that they can place a lien on the house. The hospital is entitled to place a claim against the estate and its assets. If the house is an asset, they can attach a lien to it to get their money.
Filing for bankruptcy may enable you to recover your house from foreclosure. However the bankruptcy would entail dealing with your entire debt situation, not just the house.
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Yes, 3 years after discharge of the Bankruptcy.