Difference between the U.S. Trustee and a Bankruptcy Trustee?

German Yusufov March 15, 2015

If you’re considering bankruptcy in Arizona, you’ve probably come across terms like “U.S. Trustee” and “Bankruptcy Trustee.” While both play essential roles in a bankruptcy case, their responsibilities and authority...

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Debts Not Discharged in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

German Yusufov February 10, 2015

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharges many types of debt. However, there are some debts that are not discharged in Chapter 7. The list of non-dischargeable debts appears in section 523...

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Can Bankruptcy Help an Arizona Real Estate Investor Keep Investment Property?

Can Bankruptcy Help an Arizona Real Estate Investor Keep Investment Property?

German Yusufov September 13, 2014

Real estate bankruptcy has risen.  With the financial downturn of the last several years, and the corresponding deterioration of lease rates for real estate, many real estate investors have found...

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The Basics of Financial Planning And Dealing With Debt

The Basics of Financial Planning and Dealing with Debt

German Yusufov December 13, 2013

As a bankruptcy attorney, I am used to counseling individuals and families who are struggling with debt. But what I still cannot get used to seeing is how well-meaning people,...

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Can A Creditor Come After Me If I Co-signed For A Loan?

Can A Creditor Come After Me If I Co-Signed For A Loan?

German Yusufov November 28, 2013

The short answer is yes. I see this situation all the time: parents co-sign loans for their children, family members co-sign for each other, and friends co-sign for friends. Then,...

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Should I Hire A Bankruptcy Attorney

Should I Hire A Bankruptcy Attorney?

German Yusufov February 9, 2011

If you are considering bankruptcy, your finances are probably already very tight, so paying for a bankruptcy attorney can seem almost counter intuitive--after all,if you had the money to pay...

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Mortgage Loan Modification

Going Through A Mortgage Modification While Behind On Mortgage Payments? Read This First.

German Yusufov October 28, 2010

I get contacted almost every week by people who were attempting to do a mortgage modification (also known as loan modification) through their mortgage company, but ended up losing their...

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What Happens to My Property When I File for Bankruptcy?

What Happens To My Property When I File For Bankruptcy?

German Yusufov May 11, 2010

Almost all of us own property. When the term “property” is mentioned, most people think of land or a house. However, property includes any item or thing that a person...

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Should Spouses File For Joint Bankruptcy?

Should Spouses File For Joint Bankruptcy?

German Yusufov April 23, 2010

Today I want to talk about an issue that is important to every married couple considering bankruptcy—whether both spouses should file. The question comes up particularly often with families who...

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Why Should You File For Bankruptcy?

When Should You File For Bankruptcy?

German Yusufov April 12, 2010

Filing For Bankruptcy Considerations A question I am often asked by clients is "When do I file for bankruptcy?" If you are considering bankruptcy, it is important to time the...

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