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Can you file for bankruptcy when your husband did before you were married?
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∙ 12y ago
Yes you can, he may on the other hand will not be able to receive a discharge under the same chapter for 6 years.
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Can a husband file for bankruptcy without his wife My husband is forclosing on a home he purchased before were married. Can the bank go after the wife for this debt even though she it not her debt?
It depends on your state. You should definitely get a lawyer!
How long do you have to wait to file bankruptcy again in Georgia?
If it is a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, you have to wait 8 years before you can file it again.
If bankruptcy has been dismissed can you file again?
If bankruptcy has been dismissed it is possible to file again. The trustee will require an explanation of why the first case was dismissed before accepting a new bankruptcy case.
How much debt can you have before filing for bankruptcy?
There's no maximum amount. If you can't make your payments you file bankruptcy.
Can a man file bankruptcy without his wife's involvement and if he does how will she be affected?
A husband (or wife) may file for bankruptcy separate from his or her spouse. Technically speaking, this should have no effect on the other spouse as they are filing bankruptcy for their separate debts and you will not be held responsible for their debts nor will it be reflected on your credit report, etc. It is important to note that those debts you held jointly will remain with you (the spouse that did not file for bankruptcy).
Can a husband file for bankruptcy without his wife My husband is forclosing on a home he purchased before were married. Can the bank go after the wife for this debt even though she it not her debt?
It depends on your state. You should definitely get a lawyer!
Do you have to get credit counseling before you can file for bankruptcy?
You do not have to necessarily get credit counseling before you can file for bankruptcy.
can i file bankruptcy without my husband in the state of idaho?
You can only file bankruptcy without a spouse in cases where the debt is yours only. For example, if you have a credit card that is in your name only then you can file without your husband.
Can a mother and daughter file bankruptcy jointly?
the answer is yes, Yes mother and daughter can file bankruptcy jointly and also you and your husband will file bankruptcy jointly is still accepted as long as its not same sex marriage.
What is personal Bankruptcy?
It is when an indivdual (or married couple) file for bankruptcy rather than a business or corporation.
Will my mother-in-law loose her house if my husband's name is on her deed and we file for bankruptsy?
Yes. That issue should be discussed with an attorney before filing a bankruptcy.
Bankruptcy if married can one spouse file bankruptcy independently from the other Is the one spouse then held responsible for the first spouse's debts if bankruptcy Is filed?
One spouse can file bankruptcy separately and both are held responsible.
Can your husband file bankruptcy if you filed chapter 7 two years before you were married?
Yes. Married people can file individually. The marriage actually has nothing to do with it though. If you filed, no matter what, you can't file chapter 7 again for 8 years, provided you received a discharge. He can file anytime he wants. If you have any joint debt, you may want to consider Chapter 13. Take a look at it. You can file a chapter 13, just not a chapter 7.
How long do you have to wait to file bankruptcy again in Georgia?
If it is a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, you have to wait 8 years before you can file it again.
If you are currently in bankruptcy with your husband can you come out of bankruptcy and your husband stay in?
The joint Bk would have to be voluntarily dismissed by both parties and then refiled as a single bankruptcy after the required waiting limit for filing is reached. When married couples reside in CP states it is best that they file a joint BK to allow full protection for both. In non CP states where only one spouse is the debtor the best choice is usually for only the debtor spouse to file.
Your husband is filing bankruptcy and told you he will file on the house it is in both names can he do this without your permission?
Yes
Wifes assets if you file bankruptcy?
if your legally married when you file bankruptcy, you must include every single asset including the spouses. depends on what type of bk you file. you may be able to keep your assets.
