What classes must be taken before and during the bankruptcy?
Every debtor who files Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy must take a credit counseling course and file a certificate of compliance within 180 days of filing their bankruptcy. Within 45 days of filing your bankruptcy, you can take a financial management or “budget” class. Unless you are unable to pay those fees, you will be charged for those courses. Failure to do so will result in additional penalties and expenditures when it comes to getting your bankruptcy discharged. Ms. Drain will walk you through the steps.
Note: These credit counseling companies should not be relied upon for legal guidance. Their bankruptcy information is frequently incorrect. You should speak with a bankruptcy lawyer in your state.
You must take a credit counseling class before filing bankruptcy; Ms. Drain will give you some recommendations as well as a link to the classes allowed by the United States Trustee. WARNING: THIS CLASS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE FILING FOR BANKRUPTCY. If you are unable to pay the price, please contact them to request a waiver. To your meeting with us, bring a copy of all documents, including the credit counseling certificate.
Following your bankruptcy, you must take a class called Personal Financial Management – we can recommend providers to our clients.
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