Understanding the Role of a Bankruptcy Trustee in Your Case When filing for bankruptcy, you’ll likely encounter a bankruptcy trustee at some point in the process. But who are they, and what role do they play in your case? Here’s everything you need to know about bankruptcy trustees. Who Is a Bankruptcy Trustee? A bankruptcy […]
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Kansas Seniors At Risk Of Facing Foreclosure As Defaults on Reverse Mortgages Hit Record Rates In 2007, I was skeptical about reverse mortgages. As the Elder Law Project Manager at a Kansas law firm, I traveled across nine counties and heard countless stories of people losing money—and sometimes their homes—because they were drawn in by
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Oxytocin, Serotonin, Dopamine Dogs? Oh, my. Pets. They are cute. They make us laugh with their silly antics. They help us gain a sense of responsibility. They keep us active. They show us unconditional love. What about Mental health? Spending time with your pet is a relaxing, enjoyable way to reduce stress. Some time back I
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Understanding Pre-Petition and Post-Petition Debt in Bankruptcy What Does Pre-Petition vs. Post-Petition Mean in Bankruptcy? When filing for bankruptcy, it’s important to understand the difference between pre-petition and post-petition debt. These terms define when your debt was created and determine whether it can be included in your bankruptcy case. Pre-Petition Debt Pre-petition debt includes everything
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The bank received an order for garnishment — there goes your savings. Garnishment. What is Garnishment and How Does it Work? Garnishment allows creditors to collect unpaid debts by seizing your wages, bank accounts, or other property. In Kansas, creditors typically seek a court judgment before requesting a garnishment order. However, in some cases, they
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Navigating Uncertainty: From the Ball Field to Bankruptcy She suited up and took her position on the field again, self-confident and ready to play ball. I was hesitant, nervous and excited. Should we be there at all? Ready to kick off a season scheduled to start 3 months ago… It couldn’t have just been cancelled.
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Navigating the Means Test: Qualifying for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy The Means Test looks at your Median Income to determine for which Chapter of Bankruptcy you qualify: Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 As of April 1, 2016, the median income levels for Kansas and Missouri have increased across the board, potentially affecting your
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Bankruptcy Filing Fees Increase: What Debtors Need to Know The Judicial Conference of the United States Bankruptcy Court has announced an increase in bankruptcy filing fees effective November 1, 2011. The filing fees are paid directly to the court usually in full at the time a debtor’s case is filed. The filing fee for a
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