The executor of the estate can contest the debt. One of the things they must do is validate that all debts are accounted for and valid. Only then can they determine how to distribute what is left.
No. While both tranches of debt are unsecured (no collateral pledged in support of the debt obligation), by definition, senior unsecured ranks higher in the capital structure than subordinated debt, meaning that senior unsecured creditor claims will receive payment prior to subordinated debt creditors upon bankruptcy of the debtor.
An example of unsecured debt is a credit card balance that is not backed by collateral like a house or car.
A secured debt - is protected by being tied to something valuable (jewellery, car, house etc). If you default on the repayments, you could lose the item the debt is secured on ! An unsecured debt is not tied to any physical property. If you default on an unsecured debt, they will usually take you to court and have the debt recovered from your wages.
* An unsecured debt, generally, is a debt that is not backed by collateral. For instance a car loan is secured by the security interest the lender has in the car. A credit card which is not backed by collateral is not secured by collateral therefore it is an unsecured debt. Generally, yes a creditor can sue for unsecured debt, the creditor just doesn't have any interest in the good that formed the basis of the loan.
You should not have paid any unsecured debt after the chapter 7 was filed. All unsecured debts were discharged. If you made the mistake of continuing regular payments on an unsecured debt after filing, you may have reinstated the debt. If in doubt, consult a local bankruptcy lawyer.
A dead person in any state is not liable for debt. The deceased's estate is responsible for the debts to the extent there are assets in the estate to pay them.
In general, an unsecured debt cannot lead to the forfeiture of a solid asset like a house. Unsecured debt is not tied to collateral.
Yes, a credit card is considered unsecured debt because it is not backed by collateral.
No. While both tranches of debt are unsecured (no collateral pledged in support of the debt obligation), by definition, senior unsecured ranks higher in the capital structure than subordinated debt, meaning that senior unsecured creditor claims will receive payment prior to subordinated debt creditors upon bankruptcy of the debtor.
In most cases the debts of the deceased, including unsecured debts, are the responsibility of the estate. The estate, or its beneficiary should reimburse any valid debtors before giving any of the assets away. If the estate has been closed, there should be no further claims. Consult a probate attorney in your jurisdiction for help.
An example of unsecured debt is a credit card balance that is not backed by collateral like a house or car.
Yes, credit card debt is unsecured, which means it is not backed by collateral.
A secured debt - is protected by being tied to something valuable (jewellery, car, house etc). If you default on the repayments, you could lose the item the debt is secured on ! An unsecured debt is not tied to any physical property. If you default on an unsecured debt, they will usually take you to court and have the debt recovered from your wages.
* An unsecured debt, generally, is a debt that is not backed by collateral. For instance a car loan is secured by the security interest the lender has in the car. A credit card which is not backed by collateral is not secured by collateral therefore it is an unsecured debt. Generally, yes a creditor can sue for unsecured debt, the creditor just doesn't have any interest in the good that formed the basis of the loan.
You should not have paid any unsecured debt after the chapter 7 was filed. All unsecured debts were discharged. If you made the mistake of continuing regular payments on an unsecured debt after filing, you may have reinstated the debt. If in doubt, consult a local bankruptcy lawyer.
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Yes. That is what judgment liens are all about. A creditor can sue you in court and if successful obtain a lien against your real estate.