Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy Basics
This pamphlet provides basic information to debtors, creditors, court personnel, the media, and the general public on different aspects of the federal bankruptcy laws.
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Bankruptcy Basics - Chapter 13
Fact sheet explaining Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. The purpose of Chapter 13 is to enable financially distressed debtors to propose and carry out a repayment plan under which creditors are paid over an...
Bankruptcy Basics - Chapter 7
Fact Sheet explaining Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, also know as "liquidation."
Contributed by: Administrative Office of the U. S. Courts
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Bankruptcy Basics - The Process
Bankruptcy Basics provides basic information to debtors, creditors, court personnel, the media, and the general public on different aspects of the federal bankruptcy laws. It also provides...
Credit Repair Clinics
You can repair your credit yourself -- and save hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
Contributed by: Nolo
Last Reviewed: 07/15/2020
Credit Reports
Searching for your Free Credit Report? Important information from the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency: annualcreditreport.com is the ONLY authorized online...
Credit Scoring
Learn what a credit score is and how to improve it.
Contributed by: Nolo
Last Reviewed: 07/15/2020
http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/article-30137.html
Delaware Foreclosure Help
Delaware State Housing Authority - Delaware Foreclosure Help.
Contributed by: Delaware State Housing Authority
Last Reviewed: 07/15/2020
State of Delaware - Delaware Homeowner Relief
Facts About Bankruptcy
A decision to file for bankruptcy should only be made after determining that bankruptcy is the best way to deal with your financial problems. This web page will answer some of your questions...
Foreclosure law requires mediation
Delaware homeowners and lenders will be required to go into mediation when foreclosure complaints are filed under a bill signed into law Wednesday by Gov. Jack Markell.
It was one of a...
Foreclosure Prevention
Right to cure a defaultYou can cure a default by paying the lender missed payments, plus fees and costs before acceleration of the mortgage. After acceleration of the mortgage, you may cure the...
How To Request Your Credit Report
Instructions for obtaining a copy of your credit report.
Contributed by: Legal Services Corporation of Delaware, Inc.
Last Reviewed: 07/15/2020
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Informacion Para La Bancarrota (Espanol)
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New Bankruptcy Law Requires Credit Counseling Before Filing
Before You File for Personal Bankruptcy: Information About Credit Counseling and Debtor Education
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Personal Bankruptcy Basics in Maryland
Questions and Answers from the People's Law Library of Maryland
Contributed by: Maryland Legal Assistance Network
Last Reviewed: 07/15/2020
http://www.peoples-law.org/node/481
Rebuilding Credit FAQ
Answers to your questions about improving a poor credit rating.
Contributed by: Nolo
Last Reviewed: 07/15/2020
http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/faqEditorial-29128.html
Should I file for bankruptcy?
There are many different reasons to file or not. If you are unsure, you should speak to an attorney for advice. It is important to remember that bankruptcy will not fix everyone’s money...
What bankruptcy can't do
Bankruptcy can’t cure every financial problem, nor is it the right step for everyone. In bankruptcy, it is usually not possible to:Eliminate certain obligations to “secured” creditors. A...
What can bankruptcy do?
Bankruptcy may make it possible for you to:Eliminate the legal duty to pay most or all of your debts. This is called a “discharge” of debts. It is designed to give you a fresh financial...
When You Can't Pay Your Student Loans
How to postpone student loan payments or cancel your loans altogether.
Contributed by: Nolo
Last Reviewed: 11/12/2020
http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/article-29791.html
Will bankruptcy wipe out all my debts?
No. Bankruptcy will wipe out most debts, but it will NOT normally wipe out:Money owed for child support or alimony, fines, and some taxes;Debts not listed on your bankruptcy petition;Loans you got...