Category Archives: Exemptions

If I File for Bankruptcy, Can I Keep my Home?

Posted on September 26, 2013 by

The potential to lose your home can be one of the most stressful and emotionally trying aspects of going through a tough financial period in your life.  While some may consider filing for bankruptcy, many people fear that in that … Continue reading →

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Can I Keep My Tax Refund in a Chapter 7?

Posted on September 12, 2013 by

Many people who are interested in filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy are interested to know if they are able to keep their tax refunds if they decide to file.  The answer to this question depends on when your case is … Continue reading →

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Can I Keep my Tax Refund if I File for Bankruptcy?

Posted on February 15, 2013 by

Many individuals wonder if they will be able to keep their Federal and State Income Tax Refunds if they are planning on filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.  The answer to this question depends on various circumstances including how much of … Continue reading →

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Unexempt Tax Refunds in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Posted on December 6, 2012 by

One of the most frequently asked questions by people who are planning on filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy near the end of the year or the very beginning of the year is “what will happen to my tax refund?” When … Continue reading →

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Property and Exemptions in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Posted on September 5, 2012 by

There is a common misconception regarding Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, that prospective filers fear they will end up losing everything when they file. This fear stems from people hearing that Chapter 7 requires people to give up all of their property … Continue reading →

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Will Surrendering Property Forfeit a Debtor’s Homestead Exemption?

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

When a debtor files for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, he or she can make use of certain exemptions. Exemptions allow a person to keep personal property, such as a home, car, pension and other personal items. Homestead exemptions can be … Continue reading →

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What Property Will I Lose in Bankruptcy?

Posted on April 23, 2012 by

By St. Louis Bankruptcy Attorney Tobias Licker Bankruptcy will wipe out your debt such as credit card and medical debt. If you find yourself in a situation where you are under a mountain of debt, filing for bankruptcy will provide … Continue reading →

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