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What’s an Asset in Bankruptcy?

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott When you meet with your bankruptcy lawyer, you’ll have to fill out a fairly lengthy questionnaire about your finances.   Among other things, you’ll need to tell your lawyer about your assets–property you have which must be disclosed, valued, and, if possible, claimed as exempt. Some assets…

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Bankruptcy and Your 401(k) Loan

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott 401(k) loans are treated differently in Chapter 7 bankruptcy than they are in Chapter 13 bankruptcy.   And by “401(k) loans” I mean any deferred compensation loans–403(b)s, 457s, and other similar qualified plans. In Chapter 7, 401(k) loans are basically ignored.   It’s my practice to show…