Latest Bankruptcy Articles by Hale Andrew Antico
Attorney Hale Andrew Antico writes bankruptcy articles on recent developments, bankruptcy info, case law, or sometimes a deep dive analysis on a particular point of bankruptcy law.
Here are some of his most recent bankruptcy articles:
Recent posts
Do Motor Homes Qualify as Mobile Homes and California Homestead
Mobile homes are protected by the California homestead exemption. Here's a look at whether motorhome gets the same protection, or if a home with motor dooms it
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Bankruptcy Means Test: a calculator, and a trick to pass (2024)
Bankruptcy means test is a form that decides who can do Chapter 7. How it works, a means test calculator, and also a trick to help you pass.
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May They Have Your Interest? Unsecured Debts in Chapter 13
In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, do unsecured creditors -- like credit cards and personal loans -- get unmatured interest on their debt? Law says no, some courts try
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How to Figure the Los Angeles County Median Home Price (2024)
Los Angeles County median home price in 2024 can be found by checking numerous home value sources, then adjusting for inflation.
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9th Cir BAP: Yes, Cramdown a Lien Secured by Residence in 1322
In Chapter 13, the 9th Cir BAP said it's possible to bifurcate and cramdown a home loan and remove the secured debt if the loan matures during the plan.
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Chapter 13 Debt Limits (2024 update)
Chapter 13 debt limits had a big law change and increase for 2024. These figures limit the total of secured and unsecured debt, and are set to end or change again in 2024.
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New California Wildcard Exemption: the Ultimate Guide (2024)
California wildcard exemption helps protect stuff in bankruptcy. Here's the latest California wild card exemption and how to figure it for 2024 bankruptcy cases
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3 Types of Bankruptcy (2024 update)
The 3 types of bankruptcy commonly filed are Chapter 13, 7, and 11 bankruptcy. Each of these has pros and cons, so here's a review of Chapter 7 vs 13 vs 11.
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Social Security Income and Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know
Does Social Security income come into a bankruptcy, and if so, in the means test, the schedules or both? The SS income answer can make or break a Chapter 7.
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Bankruptcy Insider for Preferences: Key Things to Know
An insider in bankruptcy, either statutory or non-statutory, can gets time extended, and transfers be reversed and money taken to pay the bankruptcy debts.
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Separation: When Exactly Does Community Property End in Calif
When is a couple separated in Calif? Must they live apart for separation, or can they share the same home to end community property presumption? Facts matter.
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401(k) Retirement Loans & Contributions in Bankruptcy: Explained
Are 401(k) retirement Loans & voluntary contributions to retirement allowed in bankruptcy? In the Ninth Circuit, sometimes, and there's hope on the horizon.
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