Q: Can I homestead my house to protect it from my creditors and any judgments? A: First, what is a homestead? A homestead is an automatic exemption under California law. (You can also use the exemption if you file for…
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California Debt Blog: FAQ: I cosigned for loan. What is my liability?
Q: I cosigned for a friend for a car loan. She stopped making payments. I am now getting calls from the creditor. Am I responsible? A: You are responsible. The creditor can sue you for the full amount of the…
California Debt Blog: FAQ: I filed an answer and want to change it. Now what?
Q: I was sued. I filed an answer telling the court that the amount the collection agency sued me for was wrong. I just realized that I paid even more money than I listed in my answer. What do I…
California Debt Blog: FAQ: I was sued. What do I do?
Q: I was sued on a credit card debt. They served me with a summons. What do I do? A: You need to file a responsive pleading within 30 days. What pleading you file will depend on a number of…