Exemption Basics
Exemption Basics
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Bankruptcy Exemptions: Your Property in Bankruptcy
Learn how bankruptcy exemptions protect your property and assets in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, when you can use state and federal bankruptcy exemptions, and what will happen if the bankruptcy trustee or a creditor objects to an exemption.
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Find out if you can use the federal bankruptcy exemptions and what property they protect.
Particular Types of Exemptions
Particular Types of Exemptions
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Your Home in Bankruptcy: The Homestead Exemption
Learn about an important bankruptcy exemption for homeowners -- the homestead exemption.
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Wildcard Exemptions in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Learn how you can use a wildcard exemption to protect property in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
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Is My 401k Account Exempt or at Risk in Bankruptcy?
In most cases, your 401k and other retirement accounts are protected in bankruptcy.
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Is the Cash in my Bank Accounts Exempt in Bankruptcy?
Learn whether you can keep your cash and bank accounts available in bankruptcy.
Objections to Exemptions
Objections to Exemptions
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Objections to Property Exemptions in Bankruptcy
Learn about Objections to Exemptions.
Common Questions
Common Questions
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Will I Lose Bank Account Funds if I File for Bankruptcy?
Find out if you can keep money you have in a savings or checking out when you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.