Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Maryland

If one spouse files chapter 7 BK, and the other does NOT, what happens to the equity in the marital home?


Asked on 3/16/14, 2:43 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Daniel Press Chung & Press, P.C.

The trustee can sell the interests of both spouses (subject to any exemptions) if (a) it is not held as tenants by the entireties, or (b) there is any joint unsecured debt. The non-filing spouse's equity, after paying joint debt, is paid back to that spouse.

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Answered on 3/16/14, 3:44 pm


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