Legal Question in Bankruptcy in California
California Bankruptcy
List of exemptions was updated in January 2009. What is the difference between System 1 and System 2. I have about a 100,000 in real property equity. I am over 55 and disabled. Should I use 704.730? Which System is better for Chapter 7?
Thank you in advance
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: California Bankruptcy
Generally, one can exempt more equity in a home using the 704 series rather than the 703 series.
Re: California Bankruptcy
Attorney Cohen is correct, however, you need to look at all of your assets, and perform an analysis of what system provides you overall with the greatest protection for all of your assets. If your home and its equity is the single largest asset you have, then Attorney Cohen is correct, but make sure you examine all of your assets and each set of exemption laws before you file.
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