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Bankruptcy Attorney Pittsburgh, Ross Township, West View, 15237, Chapter 7, Chapter 13

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

When people need to file bankruptcy, there are two types of bankruptcy commonly used to help eliminate, reduce or resolve a debt problem.  Below we have created summary tables of why people choose one type of bankruptcy over the other.  Please visit our Chapter 7 bankruptcy page and Chapter 13 bankruptcy page for more information related to each chapter.   

 

 

Common Reasons People Choose Chapter 7 Bankruptcy:

 

 

Unable to pay credit card debt

 

Unable to pay medical bills

 

Living paycheck to paycheck and cannot pay certain debts

 

Facing collection lawsuits

 

Facing garnishments

 

Facing utility shut-offs

 

Facing creditor harassment

 

 

 

 

There may be other reasons to explore Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and it's best to consult with an experienced Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Attorney

 

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Common Reasons People Choose Chapter 13 Bankruptcy:

 

 

Facing Foreclosure

 

Have funds available to pay debts but not enough funds to pay the debts in full

 

Have property that would be taken in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

 

Facing delinquent taxes

 

Facing creditor harassment

 

Not eligible for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

 

 

There may be other reasons to explore Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and it's best to consult with an experienced Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorney

Bankruptcy Attorney Pittsburgh, Ross Township, West View, 15237, Chapter 7, Chapter 13

We are a debt relief agency that helps people file for bankruptcy relief pursuant to the Bankruptcy Code as well as helping people avoid bankruptcy when it is the more appropriate choice.

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