by Walter Metzen | Jan 9, 2025 | Surrendering your home in bankruptcy
When you file for bankruptcy and decide to “surrender” your home, many people assume that surrendering the property means they no longer have any obligations or ties to it-that they are simply “walking away”. They mistakenly believe that the...
by Walter Metzen | Jan 9, 2025 | Surrendering your home in bankruptcy
If you’re considering bankruptcy as a way to relieve financial stress, one of the most pressing questions you may have is about what happens to your home. For many individuals facing overwhelming debt, surrendering a home in bankruptcy may seem like the only...
by Walter Metzen | Jan 6, 2025 | Gambling Debt and bankruptcy in Michigan
As an experienced bankruptcy attorney, I get a lot of questions from clients about what debts they can discharge in bankruptcy. One of the most common questions I receive centers around gambling debts: “Can gambling debts be wiped out in bankruptcy?” In...
by Walter Metzen | Dec 20, 2024 | Michigan Bankruptcy Exemptions, New Bankruptcy Law in Michigan
As a Michigan bankruptcy attorney, I’ve seen firsthand the impact that state-level legislation can have on individuals and businesses struggling with financial difficulties. Recently, the Michigan legislature passed House Bill No. 4901 , which is set to become law...
by Walter Metzen | Dec 12, 2024 | Documentation needed to file bankruptcy, Documents needed to File a Bankruptcy in Michigan, How to Obtain Vehicle Electronic or E-titles from the Michigan Secretary of State
Why Does the Chapter 7 Trustee Need My Vehicle Title? The Chapter 7 Trustee is obligated to perform his or her duties with due diligence. This means that the Trustee is obligated to disbelieve everything you write in your bankruptcy petition and schedules. If you list...
