Those burdened by debt, whether they are businesses or individuals, are typically concerned about what they will be permitted to keep and what they must surrender. An experienced bankruptcy attorney can answer these and other questions, assuage your fears, and keep your case proceeding as smoothly as feasible.
A consumer must provide the court with an inventory of exempt assets. Exempt assets are products that a debtor may exempt from liquidation. Each state is authorized by the Bankruptcy Code to implement its own exemption guidelines, which the debtor may choose in lieu of the federal exceptions. Consultation with an attorney who can clarify the exemptions provided by your local laws and regulations and how they compare to the spectrum of federal exemptions is highly recommended.
Expensive instruments, unless the individual is a professional musician; heirloom collections of stamps, antique coins, and other valuable objects; antique family relics; cash, bank accounts, stocks, bonds, and other investments; a second car or truck; and a second home or vacation home are examples of items that the individual typically loses.
Certain categories of property are exempt, allowing the debtor to retain them. Exempt property may include automobiles (up to a specified value); essential apparel and fundamental goods and furniture; household appliances; jewelry, up to a specified value; retirement benefits; a portion of the debtor's home's equity; equipment for the debtor's trade or profession; a portion of unpaid but generated salary; government benefits including welfare, social security, and unemployment compensation; and c.
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