People are twice as likely to file for bankruptcy if they lose their health insurance or let it lapse, according to recently published data.
Be Careful When Paying Debts Before Bankruptcy
You may be tempted to pay off a debt just before you file for bankruptcy, but think twice before you make what courts call a “preferential transfer.”
2019 California Bankruptcy Exemption Amounts (Form EJ-156)
California has released its 2019 California bankruptcy exemption amounts, adjusted for inflation. The new exemption amounts took effect April 1, 2019.
Maryland Real Estate Exemption Increases to $25,150
As of April 1, 2019, the federal homestead exemption amount — and therefore the Maryland real estate exemption amount — will increase to $25,150.
2019 Ohio Bankruptcy Exemption Amounts
Ohio bankruptcy exemption amounts change on April 1, 2019. Here are the new exemption amounts for real estate, motor vehicles, and other major categories.
2019 Federal Bankruptcy Exemption Amounts, Means Test Limits, and Chapter 13 Debt Limits
Learn the 2019 federal bankruptcy exemption amounts, means test limits, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy debt limits from Legal Consumer.