Articles by George Vogl
Can I Contribute To My Retirement Account During A Bankruptcy?
Published on July 8, 2026
The ability to contribute to a retirement account during a bankruptcy, particularly a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, as the Bankruptcy Code does not contain any specific…
Can I File For Bankruptcy If I Am Self-Employed Or Run A Small Business?
Published on July 3, 2026
Of course you can, you will likely just face a few more challenges in calculating and projecting your income than the typical wage-earner who has regular paychecks. If you are…
Can I File For Bankruptcy If I Just Got A New Job?
Published on July 2, 2026
Yes, so long as you qualify for bankruptcy. How long you have been in your current position of employment is not relevant to your ability to file for bankruptcy protection. …
Will My Employer Know If I File Bankruptcy?
Published on July 1, 2026
Your employer will only know that you filed for bankruptcy if you have a reason to let them know. If you have an ongoing wage garnishment, or if you enter…
Will Bankruptcy Affect My Paycheck Or Future Wages?
Published on June 29, 2026
No, bankruptcy will not affect your paycheck or future wages. The only exception to this is if you elect to file for Chapter 13 and elect to have the trustee…
Do I Have To Include My Spouse’s Income In Bankruptcy, Even If They Are Not Filing?
Published on June 24, 2026
The starting point in answering this question is yes, all income of the household from all sources needs to be included in your bankruptcy petition. Income from a non-filing spouse…
Do I Have To List All Of My Income In Bankruptcy?
Published on June 22, 2026
Most sources of income must be listed and disclosed in your bankruptcy petition. There are several very specific exceptions within the Bankruptcy Code: All other income must be disclosed and…
What Happens To Co-Signed Loans In Bankruptcy?
Published on June 19, 2026
Co-signers (aka co-debtors) on debts in bankruptcy must be included in the bankruptcy petition. There is a separate schedule provided to list them, Schedule H. They will receive notice of…
Can Bankruptcy Wipe Out Debt From A Repossessed Vehicle Or Foreclosed Property?
Published on June 17, 2026
Yes. When you hold an asset that is secured by a debt, the lender is provided with different treatment, and you have different options as to how to treat them…
Can Bankruptcy Eliminate Old Tax Debt, To The IRS Or The State?
Published on June 16, 2026
Tax liabilities are complicated outside of bankruptcy. Put bankruptcy into the mix and they become even more complicated. That said, there are some general rules regarding discharging taxes in bankruptcy,…