According to the American Bankruptcy Institute, consumer bankruptcy filings were down 13% in November from October. Credit card use by consumers is also at an all-time low compared to recent years, but spending is up, which signifies that consumers are finally able to start saving money. I’d like to hear everyone’s opinions on whether you think the […]
THE BANKRUPTCY ESTATE
When a debtor files bankruptcy, an estate is created. The estate includes all of the person’s legal and equitable interests in property at the commencement of the case, and may also include any property the debtor becomes entitled to during the 180 day period following the filing of the bankruptcy case. However, debtors can exempt […]