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The 2026 Guide to Bankruptcy in Florida: Trends, Limits, and New Laws

The 2026 Guide to Bankruptcy in Florida: Trends, Limits, and New Laws

by Juan Burgos | Dec 17, 2025 | Bankruptcy

Home - Bankruptcy Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingWhy Are Filings Surging in 2026?1. The Insurance & Housing Crisis2. High Interest Rates3. Aggressive Debt CollectionChapter 7 vs. Chapter 13: What Are People Choosing?2026 Income Limits (The Means Test)Asset...
Will I Lose My House and Car in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Florida 2026 Guide

Will I Lose My House and Car in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Florida 2026 Guide

by Juan Burgos | Apr 23, 2025 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingCan I Keep My House? (The Homestead Exemption)What Happens to My Car? (2026 Update)1. If Your Car is Paid Off2. If You Are Still Paying for the CarThe "Wildcard" Exemption: Your Secret WeaponConclusion: Don't Guess with...
Can Bankruptcy Stop an Eviction in Florida? (2026 Guide)

Can Bankruptcy Stop an Eviction in Florida? (2026 Guide)

by Juan Burgos | Apr 23, 2025 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingThe "Automatic Stay": Your Immediate ShieldThe Critical Exception: "Judgment of Possession"Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 for TenantsChapter 7: Buying TimeChapter 13: Staying in Your HomeFlorida Eviction Timeline (2026)Don't...
Will I Lose My Tax Refund in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? (Florida 2026 Guide)

Will I Lose My Tax Refund in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? (Florida 2026 Guide)

by Juan Burgos | Feb 20, 2025 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingWhy Does the Trustee Want My Refund?The "Pro-Rata" Rule ExplainedHow to Protect Your Money in Florida1. The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)2. The "Wildcard" Exemption3. The "Spend Down" StrategyChapter 13 and Tax...
Will Filing for Bankruptcy Affect My Citizenship Application? (2026 Update)

Will Filing for Bankruptcy Affect My Citizenship Application? (2026 Update)

by Juan Burgos | Feb 16, 2025 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingUSCIS & "Good Moral Character" in 2026The Two "Red Flags" for Immigration1. Failure to Pay Taxes2. Failure to Support Dependents (Child Support)Does Bankruptcy Look Like Fraud?The N-400 Interview: What to ExpectConclusion:...
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Checklist for Florida: Everything You Need in 2026

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Checklist for Florida: Everything You Need in 2026

by Juan Burgos | Jan 26, 2025 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeading1. Proof of Income (The "Means Test" Key)2. Tax Returns3. Asset and Property List4. List of All Your Creditors5. Credit Counseling CertificateWhat If I Can't Find Something?Ready to Start Your Fresh Start? Filing for...
Why Hire a Car Accident Lawyer in Florida? The Financial Truth (2026 Guide)

Why Hire a Car Accident Lawyer in Florida? The Financial Truth (2026 Guide)

by Juan Burgos | Jan 8, 2025 | Auto Accident

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeading1. The "3.5 Times More" Statistic2. The "Comparative Fault" Trap (51% Rule)3. The 2-Year Deadline (Statute of Limitations)4. Finding "Hidden" Money5. Negotiating Your Medical BillsConclusion: It’s Not an Expense, It’s an...
Can I File for Bankruptcy if I Have a Job? High Income Guide (2026)

Can I File for Bankruptcy if I Have a Job? High Income Guide (2026)

by Juan Burgos | Dec 19, 2024 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingThe "Means Test": Your Gateway to Chapter 7What if I Make More Than the Limit?Chapter 13: The Solution for High-Income EarnersWill My Employer Know?Conclusion: Income is Not a BarrierDo You Qualify? One of the biggest...
Can I File Bankruptcy Without a Lawyer in Florida? (2026 Guide)

Can I File Bankruptcy Without a Lawyer in Florida? (2026 Guide)

by Juan Burgos | Dec 18, 2024 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingThe Failure Rate is Shockingly High3 Fatal Mistakes of "DIY" Bankruptcy1. The "No Exit" Trap2. Failing the Means Test3. Using "Petition Preparers" (Notarios)What an Attorney Actually DoesConclusion: Don't Gamble with Your...
The 2026 Guide to Bankruptcy in Florida: Trends, Limits, and New Laws

The 2026 Guide to Bankruptcy in Florida: Trends, Limits, and New Laws

by Juan Burgos | Dec 16, 2024 | Bankruptcy

Home - Blog Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingWhy Are Filings Surging in 2026?1. The Insurance & Housing Crisis2. High Interest Rates3. Aggressive Debt CollectionChapter 7 vs. Chapter 13: What Are People Choosing?2026 Income Limits (The Means Test)Asset Protection...
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