Some retirement accounts have federal bankruptcy protections, but the rules vary by account type and situation.

Income limits vary by bankruptcy type, state, and household size, but they're typically higher than people expect.

UScourts reports that bankruptcy filings have increased by 16.8 percent from last year. This brings several questions in your mind when you think of filing bankruptcy. Can you keep your house if you ...

If you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you may be able to keep your home, especially if you have a relatively low amount of equity. If you file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you’re more likely to keep ...

Bankruptcy offers relief, but it carries a burden: You’ll have to restructure your finances and potentially agree to pay back some of your debts. You might even have to part with important property ...

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