What happens if someone does not declare their assets after filing for bankruptcy?
What happens if someone does not declare their assets after filing for bankruptcy?
What happens if someone does not declare their assets after filing for bankruptcy? This is a question that many people have asked and one that is also very timely in light of the recent financial crisis. Many people were left with large debts from mortgages, credit cards, and other debt obligations after the value of their homes and investments plummeted. As a result, many people filed for bankruptcy.
When filing for bankruptcy, you must list all of your assets on your bankruptcy papers. If any of your assets are not listed on these papers, then you can be accused of fraud. If you do not declare your assets and it is discovered later, this can make matters much worse for you because it will be considered fraud. It would be wise to list all of your assets as well as any debts that you will be paying off in this manner when filing for bankruptcy, if you have any assets at all.
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