It depends! In every bankruptcy case, you have to claim exemptions to protect property you have.  Depending on the value of the car and any liens against it, you may be able to.  Keep in mind that LEASED cars are not cars you own.  If you declare that you intend on continuing with the lease, you can keep a leased vehicle.

It depends! In every bankruptcy case, you have to claim exemptions to protect property you have.  Depending on the how much you're expecting as a refund, as well considering all of your other property, you may be able to protect at least some part of an anticipated tax return refund.

Generally, yes!  Assuming there are no prior or other court orders affecting your case, filing a bankruptcy case will stop a foreclosure or a wage garnishment.

It depends! In every bankruptcy case, you have to claim exemptions to protect property you have.  Depending on the value of the house and any liens against it, you may be able to. 

Generally, yes!  Most social security benefits, as well as local public assistance benefits (such as food voucher benefits or housing benefits) are exempted under bankruptcy laws.

The indication that you filed for bankruptcy remains on your credit report for 10 years.  Different kinds of financial institutions use credit differently.  Sometimes, even after just 2 years, the bankruptcy filing has no effect on your credit.