Can Filing Bankruptcy Stop An Eviction in New York City Housing Court?
New York City is one of the most expensive cities, and also one of the most densely populated cities, in the world. As a result, it’s not uncommon to find individuals who have fallen behind on their monthly rent payments and are now facing eviction. Many New Yorkers are asking can filing bankruptcy stop an […]
KEEP READING . . .Does Bankruptcy Clear Tax Debt?
Bankruptcy is often a great option for people who are seeking debt relief. Not every debt, however, gets discharged in a bankruptcy case, and there is a lot of confusion around how bankruptcy affects income tax debt. There are many cases in which people cannot pay their income tax debt, and in this article we […]
KEEP READING . . .What is the Income Limit for Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
For many individuals that want to get out of debt, Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be the best option. The main benefit of filing for bankruptcy relief is the financial fresh start that a debtor receives with their bankruptcy discharge. Before you can file your case and get your discharge, however, there are a few things […]
KEEP READING . . .Why Hire New York City Bankruptcy Lawyers to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
The recent economic challenges have affected many New Yorkers to the point of filing for bankruptcy. The city has some of the highest taxes in the world, and with the real estate market in a down turn, it’s hard for people to make ends meet. If you are living and struggling under debt, you may […]
KEEP READING . . .How Long Does Chapter 7 Stay on Credit Report?
Have you recently pulled an Experian, TransUnion, or Equifax credit report and realized you need serious help with debt? If you’re buried in bills, Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be the clean slate you need. It wipes out most unsecured debts so you can stop worrying about balances you can’t pay and start rebuilding.
KEEP READING . . .What happens to back rent after bankruptcy?
As the world is slowly navigating its way through the Coronavirus impact, one of the must challenging areas is found in the landlord-tenant space, and people want to know: what happens to back rent after bankruptcy? With millions of people out of work due to the pandemic, lots of people have fallen behind on paying […]
KEEP READING . . .How much notice must I give a tenant that I want to evict?
Eviction cases are very procedure-heavy. That is, a successful case often hinges on whether or not you followed all of the procedural requirements. In starting any eviction case, there is usually a notice required prior to filing papers in court. In the case of holdover tenants, how much notice must a tenant be given before […]
KEEP READING . . .Courts are Applying the “New” Predicate Notice Law to Old Cases
In mid 2019, the New York State Legislature passed sweeping legislation which affected all kinds of housing laws and regulations within the State of New York. The laws, collectively referred to as the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (“HSTPA”) marked a huge shift in the landlord-tenant dynamic to strengthen tenant protections, and […]
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