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all ERISA qualified retirement plans are protected from creditors in a BK.

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Q: Is an IRA protected under chapter 7 Like a 401K is protected when filing chapter 7?
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When filing bankruptcy chapter 7 will they come after your 401k?

No. Never. It is exempt and protected.


If you file chapter 7 do you lose your 401k?

NO. Absolutely fully protected...


Is it legal to borrow from 401k before chapter 7 bankruptcy is discharged?

Yes, but it is one of the absolute stupidest things financially you can do. By the end of th BK you will lose the 401k money, which is only protected while it is IN the 401k, and be left with the debt to the plan, which won't be discharged and will seize the money in the plan to be paid.


Is a 401K affected by bankruptcy?

No. It is protected by law.


Can a judgment be taken from your 401K account in Texas if that is all you have?

Generally speaking, 401k's are protected from judgements.


Are assets in a 401k protected if you file bankruptcy?

Yes.


What will happen to my 401k when filing bankruptcy?

These assets should not be effected at all.


Will having a 401k in ga affect your chapter 7?

BK is a Federal thing...and 401k is exempt everywhere.


Are assets in a 401k in Florida protected from a foreclosure sale?

Yes


Does chapter 7 affect 401k?

No...you must disclose it but it will be exempt.


Can you re-ammortize your 401k loan payroll deduction payments if you are filing bankruptcy?

What are you possibly trying to say? (Your 401k is exempt from seizure and process in BK you know).


Can you lose your 401 savings in bankruptcy?

No, even under the new bankruptcy laws which will go into effect on Oc. 17th, 401K's are still exempt from BK.f However, filing a Chapter 7, will be nearly impossible for the average consumer after the October deadline, and any BK can face automatic dismissal for any number of reasons.