Bankruptcy Judge Charles R. Merrill issued an opinion[1] on January 10, 2022 that proceeds from the pre-petition sale of a homestead not being exempt under the federal exemption 11 U.S.C. §522(d)(1. This provides, in relevant part, for an exemption in “the debtor’s...
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Business Owner Guarantees and Bankruptcy
By: Dean A. Langdon DelCotto Law Group has many small business owners as clients. When a small business borrows funds, the lender often requires a personal guarantee from the business owners. A recurring issue is what happens to the guarantee if a business falters or...
Tips for Navigating a Short Sale
You have probably heard the term “short sale” before but may not be familiar with what the short sale process entails. A short sale can be an alternative to foreclosure for financially distressed homeowners. A short sale involves selling a home for less than the...