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Bankruptcy Basics Video – Part 3: Limits of Bankruptcy

June 12, 2012 by Robert Mitchell

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Certain types of debt, such as child support, alimony, and most student loans, cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. Wrongful conduct may make some debts non-dischargeable. Examples of such conduct are incurring credit card charges without the intent or ability to repay, or obtaining loans using false financial information.

Bankruptcy Basics Video Series – Part 3: Limits of Bankruptcy – Length 4:45

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