Bankruptcies don't become public record until after they are discharged. Perhaps you could just ask him, or one of his family members. I see no reason why it would be a big secret. If you still have joint debts, you will be notified of the proceedings. Child support, spousal support is not dischargeable in bankruptcies , (in case you were curious).
Bankruptcy will not stop a garnishment. You cannot set aside civil judgments by filing bankruptcy.
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Yes. Filing bankruptcy does not end your obligation to your offspring.
Quicken Loans has an excellent section on how to obtain a loan or mortgage after filing bankruptcy. Most debt consolidation centers and bankruptcy attorneys will have information or references for those seeking information on applying for a post-bankruptcy loan or mortgage.
No, you can't get fired for filing for bankruptcy because as what federal law prohibits an employer to discriminate against you for declaring personal bankruptcy. In fact, you will probably be happy and relieved to know that your constitutional rights protect you from being fired for filing bankruptcy. Yes, it is a violation of your rights, not to mention a crime to fire someone for filing bankruptcy. So, don't worry your job is safe.
A person may be restricted from filing for bankruptcy if they have filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and received a discharge within the last eight years, or if they have previously filed for Chapter 13 and received a discharge within the last six years. Additionally, if someone has had a bankruptcy case dismissed in the recent past due to failure to comply with court orders or fraud, they may face a restriction on re-filing. Finally, individuals who do not complete mandatory credit counseling before filing may also be barred from bankruptcy.
If your partner files for bankruptcy and you don't then the bankruptcy will not appear on your credit report. But you will be partly responsible for before bankruptcy filing. Generally filing bankruptcy will affect the credit rating of the individual who filed it.
Bankruptcy information is available from lawyers who specialize in the area. They possess a great deal of knowledge when it comes to bankruptcy. Information about filing for bankruptcy can be found at a local courthouse.
If you are filing for personal bankruptcy it is not necessary to have a lawyer. If you are filing for business bankruptcy, you must retain a lawyer on your behalf.
Filing bankruptcy has no affiliation with religion. If filing bankruptcy is he best financial options available, then you should do it.
You can legally refinance if you choose to, there are no restrictions from the bankruptcy. With that, you may find that lenders will not approve your loan because of the bankruptcy.
Set them straight, what ever position you or they are in.