"Covers Chapter 7 & Chapter 13 bankruptcy ; includes online access to sample forms & worksheets"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The bankruptcy law: a work in progress -- What is bankruptcy? -- Who can file for bankruptcy -- How bankruptcy affects your debts -- Your property and bankruptcy -- Your home -- What happens to property that secures a loan -- Making the decision -- Your credit cards -- Your job, freedom, and self-respect -- Bankruptcy forms and procedures -- Getting help with your bankruptcy -- Alternatives to bankruptcy.

This easily-navigated guide provides a cost-effective way for individuals and small business owners to quickly find answers to pressing financial questions. But it does more. The comprehensive coverage of bankruptcy and nonbankruptcy alternatives allows the reader to determine the best course of action while avoiding time-consuming and costly legal consultations.