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What happens when your bankruptcy ends

What happens when your bankruptcy ends

Generally, bankruptcy goes for three years. Once this three-year period is over you are discharged from bankruptcy, meaning the period of your bankruptcy ends. So, what happens when your bankruptcy ends?...

What happens to assets you obtain after bankruptcy

What happens to assets you obtain after bankruptcy

Some property which a bankrupt obtains after bankruptcy is able to be collected and sold by their bankruptcy Trustee. This type of property is known as after acquired property. So what assets are (and are not) after acquired property and able to be sold by a bankruptcy Trustee....

What happens to your car if you go bankrupt?

What happens to your car if you go bankrupt?

If you go bankrupt some assets which you own may get sold. And this may include your car, depending on certain factors....

How we settled a $246,000 debt for $30,000

How we settled a $246,000 debt for $30,000

We successfully negotiated a client's $246,000 debt down to $30,000. The client, personally liable for her failed business's lease debts, faced bankruptcy or debt settlement. We offered $30,000 over time, which the landlord eventually accepted. The funds will come from our client's husband, who will acquire her $20,000 Landcruiser. Our client was thrilled with the outcome. Need debt settlement help? Contact us for a free consultation....

Will bankruptcy affect my husband’s or wife’s assets?

Will bankruptcy affect my husband’s or wife’s assets?

When deciding whether to go bankrupt it is important to know whether there will be any affect on your partner’s assets. If bankruptcy will affect your partner’s assets, there may also be steps you can take to minimise the impact of this....

What happens if you are bankrupt and don’t pay income contributions

What happens if you are bankrupt and don’t pay income contributions

Bankruptcy can provide relief from most debts, but it comes with obligations like paying income contributions if your earnings exceed a certain threshold. While many comply, falling behind on these payments can have severe consequences. These include garnishing wages, setting up monitored bank accounts, or even extending the bankruptcy period up to eight years. If you're struggling with these contributions, it's crucial to engage proactively with your Trustee, possibly renegotiating your payment plan. Need assistance or advice on managing bankruptcy obligations? Contact Pearce & Heers for guidance....

Can I Travel Overseas If I’m Bankrupt?

Can I Travel Overseas If I’m Bankrupt?

Bankruptcy releases you from having to pay most debts, allowing you to start life afresh, without being ridden by unmanageable debts. There are however certain restrictions that accompany bankruptcy. One of these involve traveling overseas....

How does the ATO vote on proposals to avoid bankruptcy

How does the ATO vote on proposals to avoid bankruptcy

Facing unmanageable tax debt? A Personal Insolvency Agreement might be your solution. However, the ATO's vote can be pivotal in such proposals. Generally, the ATO supports arrangements without adverse features and those that ensure the Commonwealth receives a fair proportion of the debt within a reasonable timeframe. They value detailed reports from Trustees and consider a debtor's compliance history. From our experience, the ATO favors proposals from compliant taxpayers and expects more than a nominal return on their debt. Need guidance? Contact Pearce & Heers for expert advice....

Dangers of granting the ATO security as part of a payment arrangement

Dangers of granting the ATO security as part of a payment arrangement

Offering the ATO security as part of a payment arrangement can be risky. While it may help negotiate a payment plan, it can also lead to the ATO selling the secured assets if the taxpayer fails to pay the debt. This is especially dangerous for directors who personally guarantee company tax debts, as they become liable if the company defaults. In a recent case, a client's properties were used as security for a company ATO debt, leaving him with no equity and ultimately forcing him into bankruptcy. Seek professional advice before making such decisions....

Can a bankruptcy trustee sell your property after your bankruptcy is finished?

Can a bankruptcy trustee sell your property after your bankruptcy is finished?

When a person goes bankrupt, their interest in any real property will become divisible property in their bankrupt estate and “vests” in their bankruptcy trustee. In other words, the rights to deal with the property and effective ownership transfers to their bankruptcy trustee who will have an obligation to sell it. ...

All you need to know about bankruptcy

All you need to know about bankruptcy

If you become bankrupt, a bankruptcy trustee is appointed to manage your bankruptcy, which is commonly referred to as administering your bankrupt estate. The role of a bankruptcy trustee includes:...

How the ATO can garnishee your wages

How the ATO can garnishee your wages

Some people unfortunately incur unmanageable tax debts.  This can be income tax, or perhaps PAYG Tax or GST from a sole trader business or director penalty debt.  Once this tax debt reaches a certain level it can be difficult to ever pay given interest and penalties can keep accruing....

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