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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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Do I Need an Attorney to File Bankruptcy?

An attorney is not required for individuals when filing bankruptcy in the state of Florida. Individuals may file pro se, representing themselves. (Businesses must use an attorney.) However, the courts strongly suggest that you hire an attorney to represent you during your case. Let us examine why. The appointed trustee and other court personnel cannot […]

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How to Avoid Deficiency Judgments

Deficiency judgments are of great concern to those unfortunate enough to be involved in a foreclosure or short sale. A deficiency judgment occurs when a mortgaged property is sold for less than the remaining mortgage balance. The lender is then able to get a court-ordered judgment issued against the borrower for the remaining balance of […]

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