chapter 13 oregon

Bankruptcy Filings at Highest Point Since 2005

July 3, 2010

Through the first six months of 2010, consumer bankruptcy filings were up more than 14% more than filings made over the same period last year. The sum total represents the largest number of filings since the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act was enacted to stop the increase in filings five years ago. The [...]

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Do Not Miss any Payments to the Portland Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee

April 27, 2009

You must not miss any payments to the Portland Chapter 13 Trustee unless it is permitted by the bankruptcy judge. When you file your Chapter 13, your creditors are prohibited from taking any action against you. In exchange for that protection, you must complete all your obligations under the plan. Your principal obligation is making [...]

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The Goal: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Discharge

April 24, 2009

A discharge is your biggest goal. The discharge order is a document prepared by the Oregon Bankruptcy Court and signed by your judge. It means you have completed the requirements under your plan. Most, if not all, of the creditors you listed may never again contact you about those debts. If you have some non-dischargeable [...]

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