The people most likely to overlook omitted transfers when filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy are those who don’t realize that transfers of money or property before filing — even gifts, repayments, or helping family — must be disclosed. Many of these actions feel “normal” or unrelated to bankruptcy, but trustees specifically look back at 90 […]
When filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, individuals are legally obligated to disclose all of their assets, income, and financial transactions within specific timeframes. Yet, many filers — whether by oversight or intent — fail to include certain items. These omissions typically fall into four key categories: accounts, property, transfers, and income. Omitted Property (Assets, Vehicles, […]
When people file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, they are legally required to disclose everything they own, everything they earn, and everything they’ve transferred within certain timeframes. However, many people — whether intentionally or by mistake — omit some items. These items call into the categories of accounts, property, transfers and income. Omitted Accounts (Bank, Investment, […]
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