Which Debts are erased if I go Bankrupt?
The easy answer is that when it involves Bankruptcy most debts are wiped, and I have added 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) along with any debts arising from uninsured Motor-vehicle claims and educational debts for example, HECS or FEE-HELP. These debts are not wiped out 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 actual security affixed to it. So for example
if you buy a new car for $40,000 dollars the security for that 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 cleared away 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 must be sold or returned. This is
just one element that, when it comes to Bankruptcy, it is important to get
professional help - like that available at Bankruptcy Experts Perth.
What about my Tax Debts with the ATO can
they be erased If I go bankrupt?
Yes they can, both business and personal
debts owing to the ATO can be erased with bankruptcy. If you have a business
with any type of debts find some advice because it is not always so easy. Feel
free to call us right here over at Bankruptcy Experts Perth if you have any
questions on 1300 795 575. Or feel free to check out our website:
www.bankruptcyexpertsPerth.com.au
What about my business or Company debts?
In some cases when it involves Bankruptcy
we can assist you with your business debts, call us concerning this first.
Remember bankruptcy applies to an individual not companies, trusts or
businesses. Normally you may have to liquidate a company to deal with the debt
that 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 Experts Perth we specialise in business and personal debts so
give us a call here at Bankruptcy Experts Perth if you have any questions about
Bankruptcy on 1300 795 575. Or feel free to visit our website:
www.bankruptcyexpertsPerth.com.au
