by Donna | Nov 4, 2011 | NJ Bankruptcy 911
When someone files a bankruptcy, it is filed electronically and is public record. Anyone can find out you filed if they know where to look. Someone in interested in doing the search can simply open a PACER account and discovered you filed. All creditors and...
by Donna | Nov 4, 2011 | NJ Bankruptcy 911
The answer is maybe. You should consult with a bankruptcy attorney who can review her case so he/she can advise you how your sister’s bankruptcy will affect you. Her bankruptcy in and of itself should not appear on your credit reports. The answer hinges on...
by Donna | Nov 3, 2011 | NJ Bankruptcy 911
If your New Jersey home is under water, then you may want to consider a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If the value of your home is less than your first mortgage than it is possible to “strip-off” all other mortgages and/or liens against the property including,...
by Donna | Nov 3, 2011 | NJ Bankruptcy 911
The short answer is yes a debtor can file a motion to dismiss her case. However, you would be better off having the case dismissed without you voluntarily filing a motion to dismiss. The reason is, if you voluntarily dismiss your case you are prevented from...
by Donna | Nov 2, 2011 | NJ Bankruptcy 911
Someone recently asked whether they could file for bankruptcy if they had a criminal record. The short answer is yes. However, there are some debts that may be related to the criminal charges that may not be wiped out in a bankruptcy. For example, if you were...