Consumer Finance Protection Bureau Announces They Don’t Chase Underground Debt Collectors “We are unable to send your complaint to the company for a response.” That’s what the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau told Chuck Sterling. “The company is not in our complaint system.” Chuck, a former client, received an email today, threatening to “take him into […]

Consumer Finance Protection Bureau Announces They Don’t Chase Underground Debt Collectors “We are unable to send your complaint to the company for a response.” That’s what the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau told Chuck Sterling. “The company is not in our complaint system.” Chuck, a former client, received an email today, threatening to “take him into […]

Business owners in California could lose their business assets if they file for personal bankruptcy under certain circumstances. Whether your bankruptcy places your business in jeopardy will depend on the type of bankruptcy you file, the structure of your business, and the value of the assets. The Bankruptcy Group has years of experience helping business […]

If you decide to file for bankruptcy in California, one of the first choices you will have to make is whether you wish to file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. This decision will impact your ability to keep possession of your real estate investments. Typically, if you file for Chapter 7, the bankruptcy trustee […]

People file for bankruptcy for many different reasons in California, under many different circumstances. In some instances, the trustee and court will review a bankruptcy with more scrutiny because the debtor has additional real estate besides their home. If you own investment or rental properties, it might be challenging to protect them in bankruptcy. The […]

A common question people in California who are considering filing for bankruptcy have is, “how much debt to I need?” This question is a reasonable one, as most people anticipate that there are specific rules and regulations governing bankruptcy. However, there is no minimum debt requirement to file for bankruptcy. The real question our attorneys […]

There is no minimum debt required to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in California. However, the amount of debt you do have is an important factor when considering bankruptcy as an option. How much debt you need to file depends on your circumstances. The experienced attorneys at The Bankruptcy Group will carefully review your situation […]

No one wants to file for bankruptcy. However, in many cases, filing for bankruptcy is the best option available for people swimming in unmanageable debt or facing foreclosure. One of the basic questions someone contemplating bankruptcy has is, “how much debt should I have before filing for bankruptcy?” While there is no minimum amount of […]

When financial troubles require filing for bankruptcy, filers in California have many questions and concerns. A typical question is whether a debtor will be able to keep all their possessions, such as their home or car. Fortunately, there are a number of exemptions that allow people to protect their assets. However, when a luxury item […]

Are you considering filing bankruptcy under Chapter 7? Straight bankruptcy, also known as liquidation bankruptcy, is a bankruptcy case wherein the court wipes out most of your debts. A bankruptcy filing is a straightforward process that takes about four to six months. Here’s an overview of things you need to consider regarding qualifications, proceedings, and filings before your meeting with creditors.