You may be feeling the burden of the debt you face. You have bills that are piling up and can\’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. One option worth exploring is filing for Chapter 7 bankrtupcy.
Nearly 2/3 of all personal bankruptcy filings are Chapter 7. This makes it the most common type of bankruptcy. What I will do is define for you exactly what Chapter 7 bankruptcy is and answer 3 of the most common questions asked about it.
Chapter 7, or straight bankruptcy, is a good fit- if you are in a position to sell your nonexempt property and use the money made to pay your creditors. Of course, you want to make sure that you will have property left over after paying your debts to get a fresh start.
Here are a couple of common questions about Chapter 7 bankruptcy
1. Will creditors leave me alone after I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy? Yes, by law they must cease all actions against a debtor once the bankruptcy is filed. After you file, you are putting yourself in position for a fresh start.
2. Is everyone going to know I filed? Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings are public records. However, typically no one will know you went bankrupt unless you choose to tell them. There aren\’t many publications that are printing the names of all people filing, and there are a lot of them.
3. What are the most common reasons that people file for bankruptcy? Unemployment, medical expenses, overextended credit, and divorce to name a few. People often have unexpected, sudden, and large expenses that cause them to fall deeper into debt. Chapter 7 bankruptcy offers them a way to get their heads above water again.
If you are considering a Michigan bankruptcy, Chapter 7 might be a good thing to consider. You should speak with a Michigan bankruptcy attorney to get a better handle on your options.