Yes, a credit report should show all the debts reported by your creditorsthat would take care of just about everyone except a friend or relative you may have borrowed money from. Ordinary Chapter 7 bankruptcy aims to discharge (eliminate) most debts, to give the honest debtor a fresh start. The amount of debt you have and your assets and income will obviously play a part in determining whether you qualify to have your debts discharged. Your financial situation sounds pretty bad at the moment, and bankruptcy may be your best move. You should make an appointment to speak with a bankruptcy attorneymany offer a half-hour free consultationand get his or her evaluation. Take your last two tax returns, last two pay stubs and other proof of income, latest statements or invoices for all your debts, car registration, house deed, and a recent free credit report, along with a list of your usual monthly expenses (food, rent or mortgage, car payment, etc.). These things will allow the attorney to quickly size up your situation and advise you whether you can be helped by bankruptcy, how much it will cost, etc.? And it's okay to visit more than one attorney to make sure you get the full scoop.
Answered on Nov 02nd, 2012 at 6:07 PM