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Consumer Bankruptcies: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

Consumer RightsBy garronOctober 31, 2013

There are two main types of bankruptcies that generally apply to consumers: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.  Chapter 7 is what most people think of as bankruptcy – it gives you a clean slate without paying your debts.  Chapter 13 requires monthly payments for several years.  It is most often used to save a house…

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