If you are filing for bankruptcy in Illinois, the law allows you to keep certain personal property, excluding them from the bankruptcy. In a chapter 7 bankruptcy, property that is not exempt is sold by the trustee who will then use the proceeds to pay off the filer’s debt. When someone is considering bankruptcy, it is helpful to have a general idea of what property is exempt for planning purposes - working with an experienced bankruptcy attorney can provide individuals and families with … [Read more...]
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Bankruptcy Protection When Covid-19 Eviction and Foreclosure Moratoriums End
The CDC has once again extended the moratorium on evictions and foreclosures until the end of July, commenting that this will be the final extension. Unfortunately, there are currently 7 million tenants behind on their rent and many homeowners behind on mortgage payments…when the moratorium ends, not only will back payments come due, but many could be facing evictions or foreclosures. For renters, help may come in the form of the 46 billion dollars in emergency funds approved by … [Read more...]