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Question: I have three credit cards that I would like to get a debt consolidation loan for a total of approximately $18000. I have the money to make the payments however my concern is the high interest rate on two of them each 19.5% and the third 11.5%. I would like to consolidate them with one payment and a lower interest rate. Would this be possible and what is the interest rate.
Answer: The interest rate charged will depend on your credit report rating, and whether or not you have anything to pledge as security. If you qualify at your bank, and you can afford to make the payments, a debt consolidation loan is a good option.
If you don’t qualify for a debt consolidation loan a consumer proposal or a bankruptcy in Canada are other options.
You should consult a Winnipeg bankruptcy trustee for more information.
Posted on February 26th, 2010 by Questions in bankruptcy Canada, bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: My mother cosigned a loan for me, will she get stuck with the loan if I file bankruptcy?
Answer: Yes, if you go bankrupt, your co-signer becomes responsible for the loan. We recommend that your mother contact the bank before you go bankrupt and make arrangements to continue making the loan payments so that her credit is not impacted.
Posted on May 8th, 2009 by Questions in bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: I was just wondering can I declare bankruptcy if I own nuthin but the close on my back?? And is it discharged after nine months?? One more thing If I got a loan for a car but lost the car due to it being impounded will my bankruptcy clear that up as well??
Answer: Yes, most people who file for bankruptcy in Winnipeg have no assets.
The shortfall on a car that was previously repossessed is also discharged in a bankruptcy.
A Winnipeg bankruptcy trustee can provide you with more information.
Posted on May 7th, 2009 by Questions in bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: Can a vehicle leasing company ask for the remaining payments on the lease if they repossessed the vehicle due to non payment if an individual has not filed for bankruptcy? Can they do this if an individual has filed for bankruptcy?
Answer: Yes, if you have not declared bankruptcy, you are liable for all outstanding payments on a leased vehicle. In most cases the leasing company will sell the vehicle to recover the amount owing; if there remains a balance owing, they will pursue you for the difference.
If the vehicle is repossessed or surrendered prior to your bankruptcy, any remaining balance owing is included in your bankruptcy; in that case they cannot pursue you for the remaining payments.
Posted on March 14th, 2009 by Questions in bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: We have a joint line of credit. I have zero access to the line of credit, and the debt is 100% his. I know that I will be responsible for it, and will have to pay it.
My question is, how will this affect my credit report? Will it show as a bankruptcy?
Answer: You are correct, you will be responsible for the debt. We suggest that you contact the bank and work out payment arrangements with them. If you keep the loan current, it should not have a negative impact on your credit report, and since you have not gone bankrupt, a bankruptcy should not appear on your credit report.
Posted on March 2nd, 2009 by Questions in bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: if your major debt is with revenue canada how does that work?
Answer: It is still possible to file bankruptcy and eliminate your debts for taxes to Revenue Canada. However, Revenue Canada is often an active creditor, meaning that they will insist that all tax returns and filed and up to date, and they may also request a creditors’ meeting if they have questions about how you incurred the tax debt, and what you plan to do in the future to avoid further tax debt.
Your Winnipeg bankruptcy trustee can provide more information.
Posted on February 19th, 2009 by Questions in Revenue Canada, bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: How long after I am released from personal bankruptcy can you begin to build your credit ?
Answer: You may begin to repair and rebuild your credit as soon as your bankruptcy is completed.
Start by saving a set amount of money each month. With savings, you can rebuild your credit. For example, it’s possible once you are discharged from bankruptcy to use your savings to acquire a pre-paid, secured credit card to repair your credit. Your savings may also be used as a down payment on a car or house once you have sufficient savings.
Posted on December 20th, 2008 by Questions in bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: I’ve owned my current home for 5 years and I am still owing on a car. If I do claim bankruptcy because I cannot keep up with all my credit card and line of credit debt, how will this affect my home and car? Will I lose my car? Whatever I’ve put into the house, will I lose that too?
Answer: The answer depends on the value of the home or car, and the amount owing on the mortgage or car loan. Your trustee will request that you obtain appraisals for your house and car, and confirmation from the lender of the balance owing, and then they will be able to advise you on whether or not your house or car will be impacted by bankruptcy.
Here is an article that provides more detail on What Happens to my House After Filing for Bankruptcy?
For a review of your specific situation, please contact a Winnipeg Manitoba bankruptcy trustee.
Posted on November 5th, 2008 by Questions in Winnipeg bankruptcy trustee, bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: I have a huge student loan debt (graduated 1997) but for years was barely able to make a living due to emotional/addiction problems. Now I’m working again, $40K a year, but not in my field. I also have a LOT of other debts – some very old credit cards, City of Winnipeg, MPIC, etc. It’s a lot. It feels absolutely overwhelming. Can I declare bankruptcy?
Answer: Yes. The rules for student loans and bankruptcy changed in July, 2008. If your student loan is more than seven years old at the time you file bankruptcy, it will be automatically discharged in your bankruptcy.
Posted on March 23rd, 2008 by Questions in bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
Question: Is it possible to close a bankruptcy case before the client is discharged?
What does a person do if they thought they had been discharged a number of years ago and their credit report indicates that they have, but the trustee says that they haven’t? And the trustee says that the case has now been closed?
Answer: There are two different concepts to understand reagarding getting a dishcarge from a bankruptcy in Winnipeg. First, the bankrupt is discharged once they have completed all of their duties, which include making any required payments to the estate, completing their two credit counselling sessions, providing information to allow the trustee to file tax returns, and surrendering non-exempt assets. If these duties are not completed, the bankruptcy will not be discharged.
Second, the trustee is discharged once they have completed the administration of the estate, which includes filing all necessary paperwork with the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy.
It is possible for the trustee to be discharged BEFORE the bankrupt is discharged. If the bankrupt does not complete their duties, the trustee may apply for their own discharge.
The trustee then says that the “file is closed”; they are no longer acting as the trustee. This also means that, because the bankrupt was not discharged, the creditors can now pursue the bankrupt.
In this case the bankrupt should contact the trustee to determine what duties must be completed to obtain their discharge.
Posted on October 27th, 2007 by Questions in Winnipeg bankruptcy trustee, bankruptcy Winnipeg | No Comments »
