Personal Organization and Bankruptcy
Some people are naturally organized. Some aren’t. If you are a naturally disorganized person, however, it would be to your benefit to work on some organizational skills if you are considering filing for bankruptcy.
Keeping things organized helps both you and your attorney keep track of all the paperwork and items involved in filing a bankruptcy case. It helps you present your case accurately, saves time (and money), and – the biggest benefit – can help you stay organized as you move on to the next step of your financial journey. Having your books and records in order helps you see at a glance where you need to cut costs or change your spending habits.
Here is a list of the some of the more specific things you’ll need for a bankruptcy filing:
- List of creditors and how much you owe them
- List of your assets and how much they are worth
- Your income for the past six months (pay stubs or profit/loss statements if you own your own business)
- Your monthly expenses
- Your tax returns for the past three years (four years for Chapter 13 cases)
If you find yourself in financial distress and need a solution an experienced debt relief law firm such as Harold Shepley & Associates would be able to answer your questions with a free consultation.
Contact us today at 1-866-284-7062 or visit us at www.shepleylaw.comto find out more information on your debt relief options.
June 7, 2012 Posted in Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Financial Distress Tagged bankruptcy attorney, bankruptcy lawyer, chapter 13, chapter 7 bankruptcy Leave a comment
