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Five Things You Wanted to Know About Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in the State of Florida

1. How long does the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy process take in Florida? Typically, a Florida bankruptcy case can take four to six months. However, no case is the same and timelines vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. Your attorney’s schedule, the trustee’s schedule, and the timing of when you take your educational [...]

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Homesteading Your Home

Florida is famous for its liberal laws regarding homestead protection. Here’s a brief discussion of what “homestead” means in Florida, and how it affects you. If you have a dilemma regarding your homestead status, please consult an experienced Sarasota Lawyer for expert advice. Florida’s homestead protections cover three areas: Tax Exemptions Every homeowner knows the [...]

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The Castle Doctrine

You’re sitting in the basement late at night, watching a horror flick when you hear a noise. At first, you brush it off as a figment of your imagination…or maybe the cat. But when you hear the patio door slide, or the sound of shattering glass, you know it’s no spectral intruder. Your children are [...]

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Bankruptcy Information for the State of Florida

There are many misconceptions about filing for bankruptcy, especially in the state of Florida. Florida is one of the more liberal states regarding filing for bankruptcy. Filing for bankruptcy will enable you to do many things including saving your home and assets; eliminating credit card debt; stopping creditors from calling and harassing you; and it [...]

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