Monthly Archives: July 2009

Myth No. 4: The IRS Will Audit Your Prior Tax Returns If You File For Bankruptcy.

I am unsure how the myth came into existence that the IRS will audit prior tax returns if you file for bankruptcy. This is simply just not true! I have been in practice for 23 years and have never had … Continue reading

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Myth No. 3: Credit Card Debts Can No Longer Be Discharged In A Bankruptcy.

One of the misconceptions some clients have is that credit card debts can no longer be discharged in a Bankruptcy. This myth comes from changes in the Bankruptcy Code from when the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA) was … Continue reading

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Myth No. 2: You Can Only File For Bankruptcy Once.

You can only file for Bankruptcy once!  This is not true. However, there are limitations on how often you can file a bankruptcy. If you have received a discharge in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you cannot file for a Chapter … Continue reading

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