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Personal Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 and 13 — And Why Race Still Matters
Bankruptcy is a legal process designed to give individuals or businesses overwhelmed by debt a chance to reset their finances. For individuals, the two most common types are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. What Are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13? • Chapter 7 is often called “liquidation bankruptcy.” It typically wipes out unsecured debt—like…