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Are Retirement Accounts Protected in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 05/22/202502/11/2025 by Accel Admin

Understandably your worst nightmare may be for your retirement accounts to be taken in one fell swoop with bankruptcy. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Should I Wait to File for Bankruptcy After an Inheritance?

Posted on 05/15/202502/05/2025 by Accel Admin

If you come into an inheritance, you may wonder if you should wait to undergo a bankruptcy case or if you need to file at all. Follow along.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is the Role of a Bankruptcy Trustee?

Posted on 05/08/202501/29/2025 by Accel Admin

The role of a bankruptcy trustee is necessary for your case proceedings, and there is no way getting around that. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Can I Not Do After Filing for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 05/01/202501/22/2025 by Accel Admin

After filing for bankruptcy, you must behave and act in a certain way so not to jeopardize your case. Follow along to find out more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a Reaffirmation Agreement in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/24/202501/15/2025 by Accel Admin

You may want to pay your creditors back anyway by incorporating a reaffirmation agreement into your bankruptcy plans. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Should I Do Before Filing for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/17/202501/09/2025 by Accel Admin

There are certain actions you must take before filing for bankruptcy so that you do not jump into it too hastily. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Happens to Lawsuits in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/10/202501/06/2025 by Accel Admin

You may not think it is the appropriate time to file for a bankruptcy case if you have pending lawsuits against you. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What if I Miss a Payment in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/03/202512/27/2024 by Accel Admin

Even if you miss your Chapter 13 payment by one day, you may face threateningly serious consequences. Continue reading to learn more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I File for Bankruptcy if I Have a Judgment?

Posted on 03/27/202512/12/2024 by Accel Admin

One of your creditors may file a lawsuit judgment to collect the debt you still owe them before you file for bankruptcy. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a Bankruptcy Cramdown?

Posted on 03/20/202512/10/2024 by Accel Admin

You may be able to reduce the amount of your outstanding debts during the bankruptcy process through a bankruptcy cramdown. Follow along.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Happens if I Inherit Money During Bankruptcy?

Posted on 03/13/202512/05/2024 by Accel Admin

You may be hesitant to inherit money to which you are entitled if you are currently undergoing a bankruptcy case. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I Discharge Legal Fees in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 03/06/202511/19/2024 by Accel Admin

Certain debts, such as certain legal fees, are eligible for a discharge at the close of your bankruptcy case. Follow along to find out more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a Bankruptcy Discharge?

Posted on 02/27/202511/14/2024 by Accel Admin

The bankruptcy discharge you were promised after your case may not be an automatic guarantee. Continue reading to learn more about this.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Are There Risks to Filing for Bankruptcy without an Attorney?

Posted on 02/20/202511/07/2024 by Accel Admin

Read on to discover the risks of filing for bankruptcy without an attorney and why you should hire a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Co-Signers?

Posted on 02/13/202511/05/2024 by Accel Admin

If you somehow find yourself facing bankruptcy, your co-signers may possibly be doubly responsible for your actions. Continue reading here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I File for Bankruptcy Without My Spouse?

Posted on 02/06/202510/31/2024 by Accel Admin

You may want to file for bankruptcy without your spouse so you do not drag them down with you in its collateral damage. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Are the Requirements for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 01/30/202510/24/2024 by Accel Admin

Continue reading to learn the requirements for filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Happens After I File My Bankruptcy Petition?

Posted on 01/23/202510/17/2024 by Accel Admin

Before taking the plunge to file for bankruptcy, you must be well-educated on what will happen after. Read on to discover more information.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Who Can File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 01/16/202510/15/2024 by Accel Admin

Continue reading to learn who is eligible to file for bankruptcy and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you deduce this.

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Can I Discharge Student Loans in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 01/09/202510/09/2024 by Accel Admin

If you are mainly struggling to pay off your student loans, you may wonder if you can discharge them in bankruptcy. Read on to discover more.

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Can I Lower My Mortgage Payments with Bankruptcy?

Posted on 01/02/202510/02/2024 by Accel Admin

If you struggle to keep up with your monthly mortgage payments with your other expenses, you may consider a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Read on.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can Bankruptcy Stop Eviction?

Posted on 12/26/202409/26/2024 by Accel Admin

If you fall significantly behind on your rent payments, you may want to file for bankruptcy to stop an eviction. Read on to discover more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Can I Remove Bankruptcy from My Credit Report?

Posted on 12/19/202409/24/2024 by Accel Admin

Your bankruptcy history appearing on your credit report may affects many facets of your life. Follow along to find out more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Can I Get a Job After Bankruptcy?

Posted on 12/05/202409/12/2024 by Accel Admin

Continue reading to learn the difficulties in getting a job after bankruptcy and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can Bankruptcy Affect My Ability to Get a Car Loan?

Posted on 11/28/202409/09/2024 by Accel Admin

Owning a car may be essential to your day-to-day life, so getting approved for a loan after bankruptcy may be important to you. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a Reaffirmation Agreement?

Posted on 11/21/202408/29/2024 by Accel Admin

Continue reading to learn more about a reaffirmation agreement and how a Rockland County Chapter 7 bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a Bankruptcy Dismissal?

Posted on 11/14/202408/27/2024 by Accel Admin

You must comply with the guidelines for consumer bankruptcy or else there may be reason for a case dismissal. Continue reading here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Often Can I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 11/07/202408/20/2024 by Accel Admin

If you do not get great financial relief from your first bankruptcy, you may feel the need to file more often. Read on to discover more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Are the Different Types of Bankruptcy?

Posted on 10/31/202408/14/2024 by Accel Admin

You may know desperately that you need to declare bankruptcy, but you may be unsure how to choose between the different types. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Can I Stop Wage Garnishment?

Posted on 10/24/202408/08/2024 by Accel Admin

Read on to discover the measures you can take to stop wage garnishment and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you out.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can Bankruptcy Take My 401(k)?

Posted on 10/10/202407/29/2024 by Accel Admin

It may be devastating to think about your 401(k) escaping you in one fell swoop at the time of your bankruptcy filing. Continue reading here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Is Bankruptcy Public Record?

Posted on 10/03/202407/18/2024 by Accel Admin

Read on to discover whether your bankruptcy case will become a public record and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Is Bankruptcy a Good Idea?

Posted on 09/26/202407/15/2024 by Accel Admin

Simply put, declaring bankruptcy may be a good idea under the right circumstances and for the right person. Continue reading to learn more.

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How Late Can I Be on a Chapter 13 Payment?

Posted on 09/19/202407/01/2024 by Accel Admin

You must dutifully abide by your Chapter 13 repayment plan and never be late for your scheduled payments. Follow along to find out why.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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When Can I Buy a House After Bankruptcy?

Posted on 09/12/202406/25/2024 by Accel Admin

You must understand that buying a house after your bankruptcy experience is no easy feat. Read on to discover more about this possibility.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Long Is a Chapter 13 Repayment Plan?

Posted on 09/05/202406/19/2024 by Accel Admin

When you select the Chapter 13 bankruptcy option, you are signing up for a relatively long repayment plan. Follow along to find out more.

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Will an Automatic Stay Stop Wage Garnishment?

Posted on 08/29/202406/12/2024 by Accel Admin

You may hope that an automatic stay can stop wage garnishment that is further debilitating your financial footing. Read on to discover how.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Do I Prepare My Accounts for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 08/22/202406/12/2024 by Accel Admin

Continue reading to learn how to prepare your accounts for bankruptcy and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you do so.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Will An Automatic Stay Stop Utility Shutoffs?

Posted on 08/15/202405/30/2024 by Accel Admin

If you receive a posted notice of an impending utility shutoff, you may turn to Chapter 7 bankruptcy for an automatic stay. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can the Bankruptcy Court Take My Earned Income Credit?

Posted on 08/08/202408/08/2024 by Accel Admin

You may worry about your earned income credit being part of your bankruptcy estate, especially if it is of significant value. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I File Bankruptcy if I Have a Pending Lawsuit?

Posted on 08/01/202405/17/2024 by Accel Admin

If your creditor files a lawsuit against you to collect what is owed to them, you may seek refuge by filing for bankruptcy. Continue reading.

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Can I Keep My Rental Property in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 07/25/202405/14/2024 by Accel Admin

You may declare bankruptcy if you struggle to keep up with the mortgage for your primary residence and rental property alike. Read on here.

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COVID programs and savings are down, food and utilities are up; the American Consumer is stuck in the middle

Posted on 07/22/2024 by Accel Admin

Americans are facing inflation & market cooling. Retain your assets, strip away debt & manage finances like big corporations to stay afloat.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Does Bankruptcy Handle Medical Debt?

Posted on 07/11/202408/08/2024 by Accel Admin

Your medical debt may leave you in such a desperate financial state that you consider bankruptcy. Follow along to find out how to get relief.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can Bankruptcy Clear Tax Debt?

Posted on 07/04/202404/23/2024 by Accel Admin

Your tax debt may have driven you to bankruptcy in the first place. Follow along to find out whether a bankruptcy filing can clear tax debt.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is the Best Strategy for Non-Dischargeable Debts?

Posted on 06/27/202404/18/2024 by Accel Admin

You need a strategy during your bankruptcy for dealing with the non-dischargeable debts that you are still liable for. Read on here.

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What Is the Difference Between Debt Settlement and Bankruptcy?

Posted on 06/20/202404/11/2024 by Accel Admin

You must not ignore the potential debt settlement proceedings you may have at your disposal before declaring bankruptcy. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Long Until a Bankruptcy Filing Is Completed?

Posted on 06/13/202404/08/2024 by Accel Admin

Your bankruptcy proceedings may be more extensive than you anticipated. Discover how long it will be until your bankruptcy filing is done.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Do I Know to File for Bankruptcy as a Business Owner?

Posted on 06/06/202404/03/2024 by Accel Admin

As a business owner, you may find your business in a financial state where it requires you to make a bankruptcy declaration. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a 341 Meeting of Creditors?

Posted on 05/30/202403/28/2024 by Accel Admin

If you are specifically undergoing Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceedings, a required step is attending a 341 meeting of creditors. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Can I Rebuild My Credit After Bankruptcy?

Posted on 05/23/202403/25/2024 by Accel Admin

You may have to make great efforts to rebuild the credit you once held before your bankruptcy filing date. Read on to discover more.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Can I Modify a Chapter 13 Plan Payment?

Posted on 05/16/202403/19/2024 by Accel Admin

You may want to modify your Chapter 13 repayment plan if the one you first signed off on no longer works for you later on. Continue reading.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What if I Miss a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Payment?

Posted on 05/09/202403/14/2024 by Accel Admin

You must not miss a Chapter 13 bankruptcy payment and jeopardize this opportunity for financial relief. Read on to discover its consequences.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is Business vs. Personal Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 05/02/202403/07/2024 by Accel Admin

You may be unsure whether to file Chapter 7 business bankruptcy, Chapter 7 personal bankruptcy, both, or neither. Read on to discover more.

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How Many Times Can I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/25/202403/05/2024 by Accel Admin

With the emotionally grueling process that is bankruptcy, you may debate how many times you are able or willing to file. Read on here.

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What Steps Should I Follow for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/18/202402/28/2024 by Accel Admin

If you have a solid income but are still struggling with debts, you may consider taking steps toward a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Are the Steps of Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 04/11/202402/21/2024 by Accel Admin

Continue reading to learn the established steps of filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can Bankruptcy Discharge Alimony Obligations?

Posted on 04/04/202402/19/2024 by Accel Admin

Read on to discover whether bankruptcy can discharge your alimony obligations and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Car Loans and Mortgages?

Posted on 03/28/202402/14/2024 by Accel Admin

If you are struggling to pay off your car loans and mortgages, you may wonder if a bankruptcy filing will save you or hurt you. Follow along.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I Eliminate Tax Liens Through Bankruptcy?

Posted on 03/21/202402/06/2024 by Accel Admin

You may feel as though it is impossible to get rid of tax liens without outside assistance, namely without a bankruptcy filing. Read on here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is the Role of Credit Counseling in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 03/14/202401/24/2024 by Accel Admin

It is required that you attend a credit counseling course within 180 days before your bankruptcy filing date. Continue reading here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Can Bankruptcy Impact Renting?

Posted on 03/07/202401/18/2024 by Accel Admin

You must not be rash in filing a bankruptcy petition, especially if you are currently renting an apartment or house. Follow along here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Does Bankruptcy Erase All My Debts?

Posted on 02/29/202401/15/2024 by Accel Admin

Read on to discover whether bankruptcy can erase all your debts and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Are Bankruptcy Exemptions?

Posted on 02/22/202401/10/2024 by Accel Admin

You may be eligible for bankruptcy exemptions, which allow you to protect essential property from a trustee who would seize/sell it. Read on.

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Can I Get a Credit Card After Bankruptcy?

Posted on 02/15/202401/04/2024 by Accel Admin

Filing for bankruptcy may affect your ability to open credit card accounts in the years afterward. Follow along to find out more.

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What Happens to My Utility Bills if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 02/08/202412/27/2023 by Accel Admin

You may file for bankruptcy if you find yourself struggling to pay for necessities, such as your utility bills. Continue reading here.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Does Filing for Bankruptcy Require a Court Appearance?

Posted on 01/25/202412/07/2023 by Accel Admin

You may worry that your bankruptcy petition may call you to make some sort of court appearance. Read on to discover whether this is the case.

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Is a Mortgage Secured or Unsecured Debt?

Posted on 01/18/202412/04/2023 by Accel Admin

Read on to discover if your mortgage is a secured or unsecured debt and how a Rockland County bankruptcy attorney can help you.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Is a Bankruptcy Trustee and What Do They Do?

Posted on 01/11/202412/04/2023 by Accel Admin

There may be many individuals involved in your bankruptcy proceedings, one of them being a trustee. Read on to discover what they do.

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When Should I Consider Declaring Bankruptcy?

Posted on 01/04/202411/16/2023 by Accel Admin

Declaring bankruptcy and going through its proceedings may get you to a financial standing that you never thought possible. Follow along.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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How Does the Bankruptcy Means Test Work?

Posted on 12/28/202311/13/2023 by Accel Admin

Essentially, the means test determines whether you qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, if any at all. Read on here.

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Are Medical Bills Dischargeable in Bankruptcy?

Posted on 12/21/202311/07/2023 by Accel Admin

It is unfortunate if your medical bills have driven you to bankruptcy. Read on to discover how to discharge this debt through bankruptcy.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can Filing for Bankruptcy Affect My Immigration Status?

Posted on 12/14/202311/01/2023 by Accel Admin

Based on your immigration status, you may worry that bankruptcy may jeopardize your application or lead to deportation. Follow along here.

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Can Bankruptcy Affect My Ability to Rent an Apartment?

Posted on 12/07/202310/26/2023 by Accel Admin

Once your bankruptcy proceedings conclude, you may seek a fresh start and rent an apartment. Follow along to find out if this is doable.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I Keep My Tax Refund if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 11/23/202310/16/2023 by Accel Admin

You may be awaiting your tax refund so that it can be used for your pressing needs. However, this refund may be taken away as well. Read on.

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What if I Get a Raise During Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 11/16/202310/10/2023 by Accel Admin

You may have the worry that your raise may harm your ability to follow through in your Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings. Continue reading.

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Can I File for Bankruptcy If I Lost My Job?

Posted on 11/02/202309/28/2023 by Accel Admin

If you have lost your job, this may just be the last straw before you turn to a bankruptcy declaration. Continue reading here.

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Can I Discharge Gambling Debts Through Bankruptcy?

Posted on 10/26/202309/21/2023 by Accel Admin

With your gambling debts still lingers, you may petition to discharge them in your bankruptcy filing. Continue reading to learn how.

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Can I Keep My Bank Accounts Open During Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Posted on 10/12/202309/12/2023 by Accel Admin

There is a way to protect your bank accounts and their funds during Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Read on to discover this possibility.

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Can I File for Bankruptcy if I Have a High Income?

Posted on 10/05/202309/06/2023 by Accel Admin

You may be eligible to undergo bankruptcy proceedings while still earning a high income. Read on to learn how this is possible.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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What Are the Consequences of Hiding Assets During Bankruptcy?

Posted on 09/28/202308/29/2023 by Accel Admin

You do not want to be using deception or hiding your assets during this fresh start of bankruptcy. Follow along to find out its consequences.

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Can I Keep My Personal Belongings if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 09/21/202308/23/2023 by Accel Admin

You may be unsure as to whether a debtor can conduct collection activities for your personal belongings in a bankruptcy. Follow along here.

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How Does Bankruptcy Affect My Tax Debts?

Posted on 09/14/202308/16/2023 by Accel Admin

If you find yourself in tax debt, you may be unsure if this is unavoidable. Follow along to find out if bankruptcy can affect your tax debts.

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Posted in Bankruptcy, Blog
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Can I Rent an Apartment After Bankruptcy?

Posted on 09/07/202310/26/2023 by Accel Admin

After bankruptcy, you may plan to rent an apartment to have a fresh start. Read on to discover how to make this possible.

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Will I Lose My Retirement Savings if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 08/31/202308/01/2023 by Accel Admin

Understandably, you may be confused about whether filing for bankruptcy will protect or hurt your retirement savings. Read on here.

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Can I Eliminate Payday Loans Through Bankruptcy?

Posted on 08/24/202307/27/2023 by Accel Admin

One debt you may want to eliminate via bankruptcy is your payday loans. Read on to discover if this is possible.

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How Long Does Bankruptcy Stay on My Credit Report?

Posted on 08/17/202307/27/2023 by Accel Admin

The unfortunate truth is that your bankruptcy filing may still linger in places such as your credit report. Follow along to find out more.

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What Is the Role of a Bankruptcy Attorney?

Posted on 08/10/202307/12/2023 by Accel Admin

Sure, it is doable to go through the bankruptcy process alone. Though, it is almost always encouraged to hire a bankruptcy attorney. Read on.

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Will it Hurt My Spouse if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 08/03/202306/29/2023 by Accel Admin

You may be in debt that is affecting your spouse. And you may be unsure if a bankruptcy filing will make matters better or worse. Read on.

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What Is a Chapter 13 Hardship Discharge?

Posted on 07/27/202306/22/2023 by Accel Admin

It’s unfortunate for tribulations to make your bankruptcy proceedings difficult. This is when a hardship discharge is necessary. Read on.

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How Can I Prepare for an Initial Consultation with a Bankruptcy Lawyer?

Posted on 07/20/202306/15/2023 by Accel Admin

With a bankruptcy filing, you may be unsure where to start. Well, it is scheduling an initial consultation with a bankruptcy lawyer. Read on.

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Will I Lose My House if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 06/29/202305/30/2023 by Accel Admin

A common misconception is that you may lose your house if you file for bankruptcy. But quite the opposite occurs. Continue reading here.

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What Is a Bankruptcy Discharge?

Posted on 06/22/202305/22/2023 by Accel Admin

Not all of your debt will automatically disappear when declaring bankruptcy. Follow along to find out what a bankruptcy discharge is.

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Can I File for Bankruptcy Without an Attorney?

Posted on 06/15/202305/11/2023 by Accel Admin

It may not make sense to add financial strain by hiring a bankruptcy attorney. Though, it may have its benefits. Follow along here.

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What Happens to Co-Signed Debts in the Event of Bankruptcy?

Posted on 06/08/202305/08/2023 by Accel Admin

You may be worried about how your bankruptcy filing will affect your cosigner and your co-signed debts. Follow along to find out here.

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Do I Have to Get Credit Counseling Before Filing for Bankruptcy?

Posted on 06/01/202305/02/2023 by Accel Admin

There are some pre-bankruptcy requirements that you must fulfill, one of them being attending credit counseling. Follow along to find out why.

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How Long Does the Bankruptcy Process Typically Take?

Posted on 05/25/202304/25/2023 by Accel Admin

If you are considering bankruptcy, you may want to know how long this process is going to take you before you jump into it. Find out here.

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Can Bankruptcy Clear Medical Debt?

Posted on 05/18/202304/19/2023 by Accel Admin

It is unfortunate to add on medical bills when you already have significant debt. This is where bankruptcy may be a critical move. Read on.

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What Will Be My Credit Score After Bankruptcy?

Posted on 05/11/202304/12/2023 by Accel Admin

After you are finished with your bankruptcy proceedings, you must anticipate that your credit score will be significantly lowered. Read on.

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How Can Bankruptcy Be Used to Stop Creditor Harassment?

Posted on 05/04/202304/05/2023 by Accel Admin

There are many benefits to filing for bankruptcy. Namely, this will be the best way for you to stop creditor harassment. Find out why.

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