Life doesn’t always go according to plan. You may have needed to take on debt that outgrew your ability to pay it off each month. Now you’re wondering how to get your financial situation back in order.
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Knowing when to file for bankruptcy is a valuable skill for individual consumers and small-business owners. Learn more about it and determine if it’s the best move for your financial needs.
What Is Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is a legal process begun by people who have too much debt. They must sign a federal petition that considers their outstanding financial obligations or debts before requesting that their creditors work with them to resolve their debt with any remaining assets.
What Are the Types of Bankruptcy?
People can accrue too much debt as individual consumers or business owners, so numerous types of bankruptcy exist to address those situations. These are the specific chapters outlined in the U.S. bankruptcy code that you may consider if you find yourself unable to repay debts.
Chapter 7: Individual Liquidation
Most people who need to claim straight bankruptcy over personal debt will file under Chapter 7. A federal court appoints a trustee to assist the individual with selling