You should call a lawyer to get more specific advice that applies in your area of residence. That said, the allowances are surprisingly liberal. They will normally allow you keep a specified amount of jewelry and personal items, and what you have does not sound as though it would have been used to secure anything. The rules have become more strict in recent years, however, I think you may be in for better than you expect. Often lawyers that handle bankruptcy will allow you to consult with them, so try to find one you can speak with.
When this is all behind you, try to find a bankruptcy seminar. They can give you sound advice on how to proceed to build back your life.
I wish you the best of luck.
2007-02-04 07:21:38
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answered by Saph 4
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RE Personal property protection in Bankruptcy?
Hello dears Thanks for all the help in past . another Question?
We have nothing to take from us we have lost our home etc and as said before moved to seniors apartment .about 750 sq feet 3 rooms . Low income . can the creditors force you to sell your furniture? we do not eevn have a sofa only 2 chairs.a small table to eat on from thrift store cost $20.00 bed tv the normal things . so question is . do we need to worry about losing our furniture . ? thanks in advance for all the kind answers they have been so comforting in the past Sincerly Patricia
2014-10-09 06:23:05
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answered by ? 1
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First of all if you filed bankruptcy and those creditors were included then they are breaking the law by contacting you. Your attorney can put a stop to it so let that person know.
In bankruptcy proceedings you are required to list all your assests; homes, boats, jewelry, furniture, insurance policies, bank accounts etc. You are allowed to keep a certain dollar amount of personal property. Anything over that amount and you can be forced to sell those items with their value going towards your debt. Your attorney should have advised you what your situation was and if selling anything would be necessary. Get with your attorney and find out if maybe they didnt explain something well or if you are proceeding as you should.
Having been through all this myself in the past as result of a nasty divorce, I can tell you not all attorneys are competent. And I can tell you that creditors will try all means necessary including lieing to you and breaking the law if they think it will get them the funds you owe. You must make them stop most times. Simply advise them the debt has been included in bankruptcy, give them the cause number, your attorneys name and contact number and advise them that if they call again you will file suit against them for damages resulting from their harassment.
Most importantly, keep track of the companies and the representatives that call you because you do have recourse.
2007-02-04 07:42:15
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answered by t5377537 2
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2017-01-02 07:58:51
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answered by Anonymous
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They potentially could, only if you had listed them as assets to secure a loan. Other then that, most likely not. Best to you in your situation.
2007-02-04 07:12:02
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answered by biker_beeotch 2
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It is highly unlikely. It depends on how much your goods are worth and how much personal property is exempt in your state. However, I will repeat, under your circumstances, it is highly unlikely.
2007-02-04 08:21:20
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answered by DLeibowitz 5
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I don't think they'd be interested in your pidley pieces of what you call furniture
2007-02-04 10:02:03
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answered by Anonymous
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