Strategic Use of Chapter 13 in Alabama: Curing Mortgage Arrears, Stopping Foreclosure, and Managing Secured Debt
“Save the house.” Chapter 13 can do that, but only within strict legal limits. 11 U.S.C. § 1322 generally prevents modification of a mortgage secured only by a principal residence,…
Continue readingBankruptcy and Judgment Liens in Alabama: When and How Liens Can Be Avoided or Stripped
In Alabama, a creditor can create a property lien by filing a certificate of judgment with the probate judge in the county where the property is located. Ala. Code §§…
Continue readingWhat Happens to Your Car and Auto Loan in an Alabama Bankruptcy?
Filing bankruptcy can raise urgent questions about auto property, especially when a car is tied to a loan. In Alabama, what happens to your car often depends on your equity,…
Continue readingBankruptcy and Small Business Owners in Alabama: Options for Sole Proprietors and Entrepreneurs
Running a small business in Alabama can mean taking on personal guarantees, uneven cash flow, and debt tied to equipment, leases, and taxes. When revenues drop or lawsuits arise, bankruptcy…
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