Frequently Asked Questions
Below please find a list of the most commonly asked questions regarding Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Our experienced bankruptcy attorney team assembled this free bankruptcy information for your convenience. If you have specific questions regarding your financial situation and how filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy works, contact us today to schedule your free bankruptcy consultations in one of our convenient Rinne Legal office locations in Walnut Creek, and Pleasanton. Bankruptcy attorney Michael Rinne and his associates will assist you with your concerns and questions regarding Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
- What can I expect from the free consultation?
- What’s bankruptcy?
- Where do I get the information I need?
- Will there be a court proceeding?
- What happens to the collectors?
- Who can help me with the court documents?
- Can I keep my belongings if I file?
- What are the alternatives to bankruptcy?
- Should I negotiate with the creditors?
- What is the difference between chapter 7 and chapter 13?
- Who can file chapter 7 bankruptcy?
- When should I file chapter 7 bankruptcy?
- Can I keep my home in a chapter 7 bankruptcy?
- What happens to my car if I file bankruptcy?
- What is the advantage of hiring an attorney?
- What is a fair fee?
- What is chapter 13 bankruptcy?
- Who should file chapter 13 bankruptcy?
- Can I get rid of my second mortgage under chapter 13?
- How long does the repayment plan last?
- How much do I have to pay under the repayment plan?
- What is the difference to debt consolidation?
- Can I keep my home in a chapter 13 bankruptcy?
- What assets are protected in bankruptcy?
- Can I stop foreclosure with bankruptcy?
- Can I stop wage garnishment with bankruptcy?
- Can I stop a law suit with bankruptcy?
- Are taxes dischargeable?
- Are student loans dischargeable?
- What if I co-signed for a debt?
- What if a creditor challenges the bankruptcy?
- Who is being notified of my bankruptcy?
- Are all debts equal?
- How do I rebuild my credit after bankruptcy?
