Bankruptcy filed - November 2007, discharged - September 2013
Full Name: Leonardo J Boggs
Court Case:
07-64278
Chapter 13:
Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers several benefits over Chapter 7, especially for individuals looking to avoid losing their homes. It allows for the temporary halting of foreclosure processes, giving homeowners the chance to catch up on missed mortgage payments through a structured plan, while staying current on their ongoing mortgage obligations. Additionally, this chapter provides avenues for restructuring secured debts, which can extend repayment terms and may reduce the amount of each payment. A key feature of Chapter 13 is its protection for co-signers on consumer debts, shielding them from being held liable. The process functions in a manner akin to a consolidation loan, with the debtor making payments to a trustee, who then allocates these funds to the creditors, thereby eliminating the need for direct contact between the debtor and creditors.
Bankruptcy filed - May 2015, discharged - August 2015
Full Name: Leonardo J Boggs
Court Case:
15-47285
Chapter 7:
In the framework of Chapter 13 bankruptcy, a structured repayment plan is central, differing significantly from scenarios where assets are liquidated to satisfy debts. Here, rather than resorting to the sale of the debtor's nonexempt property, a managed plan allows for debt resolution while the debtor retains their property. This method involves organizing payments to creditors, overseen by a trustee, without the need to liquidate assets. It's designed to protect certain assets from being sold, providing a path for debtors to avoid the potential loss of property while addressing their financial obligations.
