Many debtors put off filing bankruptcy because they are afraid it will hurt their credit. In reality, if you have significant debt problems, your credit score is probably already as low as it can go. The fastest way to improve your credit may be to file bankruptcy.
At Goldman & Beslow, LLC, our attorneys have more than 40 years of bankruptcy law experience. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your situation and answer your questions about bankruptcy. We offer services in Bayonne, Hudson County and other New Jersey communities.
Our lawyers have helped thousands of New Jersey residents get a fresh financial start, and we can help you.
Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Bayonne
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the simplest form of bankruptcy protection. You are eligible to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy as long as you pass the "means test" and have not filed a Chapter 7 bankruptcy that resulted in a discharge in the past eight years.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be a good option for you if:
- You have significant credit card debt, medical bills, loans or other unsecured debt that you wish to discharge
- You do not have significant equity in your home
While many assets such as retirement savings are protected when you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, other assets are not. For example, if you own a vacation home with substantial equity or expensive motorcycles, the court may take those assets to pay off at least some of your debts.
Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Bayonne
If your earnings are too high to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you can still obtain debt relief by filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 13 bankruptcy may also be right for you if:
- You have valuable assets that you want to protect
- You are facing home foreclosure and want to keep your home
Contact Our Hudson County Chapter 13 and Real Estate Lawyers
Let us get you back on your feet so you can get on with your life. Call our experienced Bayonne bankruptcy lawyers today for a free one-half hour consultation at 973-677-9000 or 888-827-5493.
