Do's and Don'ts When Filing Bankruptcy
Don’t listen to others on how Bankruptcyu works. Call a professional to get accurate information.
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Don’t take out a second mortgage or increase your credit line to pay off bills.
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Don’t transfer any property to any family members within a year.
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Don’t take out any new debt you know you can’t repay. No new credit card debt etc.
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Don’t file bankruptcy if you are going to receive an inheritance within 6 months after filing.
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Don’t cash in your retirement funds to pay debt.
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Don’t give anything away or sell anything for less than the market value.
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Don’t put off calling about a bankruptcy because you are embarrassed.
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Do list all debts and all assets.
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Do tell everything to your attorney even if it’s embarrassing. We don’t want any surprises in court.
Do listen to and follow attorney advice. After all that is the professional you are paying.
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Do attend any Court hearings.
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Do tell the Attorney about any money due or owed to you.
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Do relax, after you get this over with you will feel sooo much better!
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Do call or e-mail this office for a no cost consultation appointment today.
Family Law:
- Divorces
- Child custody
Wills and Estates:
- Will preparation which specifies your wishes that should be carried out after your death.
- Asset protection
- Financial Power of Attorney which allows a directed individual the ability to perform business on your behalf if in the event you become incapacitated.
- Health care directives through a Durable Health Care Power of Attorney and/or Living Will.
- Guiding executors and trustees regarding their duties throughout the probate process.
Counties We Can Help:
- Allen County
- Auglaize County
- Mercer County
- Putnam County
- Van Wert County
- And all other surrounding areas in Northwestern Ohio
If you are unsure if you’re in this area, call us at (419) 228-2122