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Bankruptcy Filing in Florida: Who will find out about it?

2017-01-20T00:06:02-05:00

Most likely only the creditors you list in your bankruptcy petition and anyone you tell yourself will find out if you file bankruptcy. I am not aware of a local publication or newspaper that lists people who filed bankruptcy. The only people I have ever seen listed are famous people or someone who has made the news for another reason. Even the Orlando Sentinel appears to only publish businesses that file bankruptcy, not individuals. But [...]

Bankruptcy Filing in Florida: Who will find out about it?2017-01-20T00:06:02-05:00

Motion For Relief From Stay In Florida Bankruptcy Cases

2017-01-20T00:06:04-05:00

The motion for relief from stay in bankruptcy - it even sounds scary. And it can be. When you file for bankruptcy, you are protected by the "automatic stay". This prohibits creditors from taking any action to collect debts or from taking property which may be secured by the creditor's loan. A motion for relief from stay (MFRS) is the creditor's request to the court to get permission to continue its collection of the debt. [...]

Motion For Relief From Stay In Florida Bankruptcy Cases2017-01-20T00:06:04-05:00

5 Ways To Handle Underwater Mortgages In Orlando

2013-12-19T12:45:55-05:00

CNBC issued a report in May 2010 on the U.S. Cities With The Most Underwater Mortgages. Not surprisingly, Florida appeared on the list more than once. Orlando ranked #2 in the nation for the highest percentage of underwater mortgages – about 75%. Only 1 in 4 households with mortgages in Orlando have at least $1.00 in equity, and that might be disappearing fast. So what can you do if you fall into the “wrong” percentage? [...]

5 Ways To Handle Underwater Mortgages In Orlando2013-12-19T12:45:55-05:00

Florida Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Mortgage Modification Program

2013-12-19T12:43:41-05:00

Chapter 13 bankruptcy filers in Florida have yet another way to press for mortgage modification. If you filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Florida you may qualify if you: want to keep your home; cannot afford current mortgage payments; and can afford to pay 31% of net income to a modified mortgage. This new Mortgage Modification Mediation program gives you and your mortgage lender an opportunity to discuss whether modifying your mortgage loan is feasible. [...]

Florida Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Mortgage Modification Program2013-12-19T12:43:41-05:00


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