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Bankruptcy & Student Loan Relief

Can a Utility Company “Shut Off” my Service if I file for Bankruptcy in Michigan?

June 29, 2012March 30, 2023 Mike Shovan

Federal bankruptcy law prohibits a utility, from “altering, refusing, or discontinuing service to, or discriminating against, a trustee or a debtor solely on the grounds

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Bankruptcy & Student Loan Relief

Do both spouses need to file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy together?

June 21, 2012March 30, 2023 Mike Shovan

There is no requirement that both spouses file jointly in either CHAPTER 7 or CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCY. Economically, it makes sense because the couple only

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Bankruptcy & Student Loan Relief

Can I File Chapter 13 for my Corporation or LLC?

June 16, 2012March 30, 2023 Mike Shovan

Unfortunately – you cannot. Only individuals can file for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Michigan. Corporations and LLC’s are considered separate legal entities and can’t use

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Bankruptcy & Student Loan Relief

Is Bankruptcy Confidential? Who will find out about my bankruptcy? I get this question a lot. My answer is that most people in your day to day life won’t know that you filed for bankruptcy unless you tell them. The only people that get notice of your bankruptcy filing are your creditors. If you don’t owe anybody money – they won’t get notice of your filing. And, most creditors are nationally based banks like Citicorp, Bank of America and HSBC. These big companies aren’t going to broadcast your situation – they don’t even send a repre

June 11, 2012March 30, 2023 Mike Shovan

I get this question a lot. My answer is that most people in your day to day life won’t know that you filed for bankruptcy

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Financial Tips & Information

Do I have to pay rent during the redemption period on my foreclosed house?

June 11, 2012April 6, 2023 Mike Shovan

No. There is no requirement for you to pay rent to you mortgage lender during the redemption period. You live rent free. So, in making

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Bankruptcy & Student Loan Relief

How You Pick the Right Bankruptcy Lawyer for You?

June 11, 2012March 30, 2023 Mike Shovan

Even as a lawyer, I have had the opportunity to hire lawyers. Some experiences were good – others were horrid. The first thing I check

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Bankruptcy & Student Loan Relief

Shopping interest rates in making a car purchase in a Chapter 13.

June 7, 2012March 30, 2023 Mike Shovan

It pays to work these car dealers over to get a good interest rate. The Chapter 13 Trustee will allow you to buy a new

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