what happens when you file bankruptcy and your second home you own as an investment is placed in the bankruptcy by mistake the house getsfor closed on and sold but no title search is done to see that there are actually two mortgages on the house who is responsible for the second mortgage
Many states have passed laws that protect the primary residence only. You need to consult with an attorney who specializes in bankruptcy.
yes another answer: you can't lose your primary residence; also - homestead it.
The primary would be held liable for the debt.
Nothing unless they filed on your loan.
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In principle, yes, but it depends on the equity in your home and how much of it you can exempt, as well as the non-exempt equity in all other assets and how much debt, income and expenses you have.
If you live there, of course. If you do not live there, then it is not you 'primary residence'.
You can keep 1 car and your primary residence.
They are independent properties and there should be no effect on taxes on the primary residence as long as it continues to meet the requirements for a primary residence.
Yes, it could be worthwhile (assuming the home is your primary residence) you can qualify for a "homestead exemption" allowable by state law. This will reduce your property taxes considerably. In addition, Florida is one of few states which protects your primary residence from being seized in bankruptcy proceedings. In the event that you must declare bankruptcy Florida law prevents your home from being seized as an asset, thus putting you in danger of losing it.
Yes. The designation as primary residence is irrelevant to the number of mortgages.
As a cosigner, you are not at all protected if the primary signer files for bankruptcy. In many cases, filing for bankruptcy relieves the primary signer on the loan from his obligations towards the loan, at which point the lender will turn to the cosigner for payment. You'll either have to pay the loan or file for your own bankruptcy (if necessary).Unfortunately, you're stuck with the loan regardless of whether or not the primary signer successfully completes his bankruptcy filling. You may want to contact a bankruptcy lawyer for some additional advice or assistance.