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If a cosigner files for bankruptcy does it put the primary signer under bankruptcy too?
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∙ 12y ago
No, the primary signer is still liable. But if a loan is not dischargeable, such as a student loan (actually is is extremely hard to discharge), both the primary and co-signer will STILL be liable after the bankruptcy
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If one files bankruptcy and has a co-signer will if affect their credit rating?
If the account the cosigner is on is included in the bankruptcy it will appear on their credit report. In most cases the cosigner will not be relieved of the debt when the primary holder files for bankruptcy. The creditor(s) can then pursue the cosigner for the collection of money owed.
What are the rights of a cosigner when the primary filed bankruptcy then didnt pay the bankruptcy so the bankruptcy was dismissed?
As a cosigner, you are not at all protected if the primary signer files for bankruptcy. In many cases, filing for bankruptcy relieves the primary signer on the loan from his obligations towards the loan, at which point the lender will turn to the cosigner for payment. You'll either have to pay the loan or file for your own bankruptcy (if necessary).Unfortunately, you're stuck with the loan regardless of whether or not the primary signer successfully completes his bankruptcy filling. You may want to contact a bankruptcy lawyer for some additional advice or assistance.
If cosigner files bankruptcy on car does it wipe out primary signer obligations?
I'm not an attorney, but I seriously doubt it. What sense would that make?
What if primary signer files bankruptcy?
The co-signer would then be liable.
Auto Co-signer files bankruptcy does primary have to keep the loan?
The loan becomes at worst like a single-signer loan. You are free to refinance or pay it off. Which you were, anyway. The only entity affected by the bankruptcy of a cosigner on a loan is the lender.
What if the primary borrower files bankruptcy is the cosigner still responsible for making payments on the vehicle Can the co-signer take their name off the vehicle?
A Co-signer is always responsible for the item unless the primary borrower refinances and removes the co-signer. Unfortunately if the primary borrower filed bankrupcy it doesn't seem likely they will be able to refinance. Yes. Cosigner means that if for ANY reason the main borrower cannot pay, cosigner will be responsible to pay.
If the primary debtor files bankruptcy is the co-signer still responsible for the loan?
Yes Discussed many times in similar questions. Simply, it is obviously one of the main reasons a co-signer was required. However, under C 13 bankruptcy, the cosigner is provided certain protections while the process is run.
If the primary owner of a car files for bankruptcy and it is discharged and the car is back with the company will the co-signer be liable for the payment?
The cosigner will be the person who will be held responsible for paying any deficiency depending upon when the BK was filed. If the BK was filed under the new bankruptcy reform laws the cosigner can be held responsible for the entire amount of the loan.
When primary borrower files bankrupt how is cosigner affected?
The lender can go after the co-signer. If you are the co-signer you should consult with an attorney who can review the situation and explain your position.
Can the primary borrower continue paying car loan if co-signer files chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Has to
What happens if a co signer files bankruptcy?
They both go bankruptcy
What happens to a cosigner of a car loan when the primary loan holder files bankruptcy and the loan is discharged and they do a voluntary repossession?
They can still come after the cosigner, and it will still reflect poorly on your cosigner's credit history. You have been absolved of the debt, not your cosigner.
