Saving a house from foreclosure is the single reason most people file bankruptcy. Bankruptcy stops foreclosure- that’s a given. But then what? How can bankruptcy save the house from foreclosure, rather than just putting off the inevitable loss? After all, the mortgage lender has a lien on the house, and liens aren’t discharged in bankruptcy. […]
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Who Gets Grannie’s Cash – Grannie Or The Bankruptcy Trustee?
When there's a joint bank account and a bankruptcy filing, good intentions can quickly go sour. The bankruptcy trustee sees a pile of money in the bank to which the debtor has access, even though the account also bears the name of someone not in bankruptcy. If … Read Full Article
Marital Separation Doesn’t Require Two Homes
Split the sheets in California, and your wages are no longer community property. That's because property acquired during marriage but after a marital separation isn't community property. That's been California law for a long while. The … Read Full Article
California Courts Provide On Line Help
Individuals with matters before the state courts of California have an updated resource in the Self Help Center. The information here can be either good background if you have a legal problem or a treasure-trove if you expect to represent yourself in … Read Full Article
