Monday, August 7, 2017

Bankruptcy Sunshine Coast, Just what is the Deal with Debts?


Precisely what Debts are wiped out if I go Bankrupt?

The straightforward answer is that when it comes to Bankruptcy most debts are wiped, and I have included a chart below for you to look at.

But, simply put some of the exceptions are Centrelink Debts, Child Support, Court fines (like speeding fines) as well as any debts arising from uninsured Motor-vehicle claims and educational debts for instance, HECS or FEE-HELP. These debts are not cleared away when you file for bankruptcy.

What about Secured Debts?

A secured debt is a car loan or a home loan; it is a debt that has some absolute security linked to it. So as an example if you buy a new car for $40,000 dollars the security for this car is the actual car itself.

So, can my secured debts be removed if I file for bankruptcy?

Yes. If you have a car loan for $40,000 you can have that debt eliminated if you simply hand back the car. So the lesson is that you cannot have your cake and eat it too (so to speak), so yes all of your secured debts can be wiped but the asset needs to be sold or returned. This is just one element that, when it comes to Bankruptcy, it is necessary to get professional guidance - like that readily available at Bankruptcy Advice Sunshine Coast.

What about my Tax Debts with the ATO can they be wiped out If I go bankrupt?

Yes they can, both business and personal debts owing to the ATO can be eliminated with bankruptcy. If you have a business with any sort of debts receive some advice because it is not always so simple. Feel free to call us here over at Bankruptcy Advice Sunshine Coast if you have any type of questions on 1300 879 867. Or feel free to visit our website: www.bankruptcy-advice.com.au/SunshineCoast.au

What about my business or Company debts?


In some cases when it involves Bankruptcy we can help you with your business debts, call us concerning this first. Remember bankruptcy applies to an individual not companies, trusts or businesses. Normally you may need to liquidate a company to deal with the debt this way. And when it comes to Bankruptcy, it can be a complicated area, so remember there are implications for a business owner such as insolvent trading. At Bankruptcy Advice Sunshine Coast we specialise in business and personal debts so call us here at Bankruptcy Advice Sunshine Coast if you have any questions about Bankruptcy on 1300 879 867. Or feel free to check out our website: www.bankruptcy-advice.com.au/SunshineCoast.au