Will filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy stop a foreclosure?

Yes. A home is an asset usually secured by a mortgage. While a Chapter 13 will stop a foreclosure, unless you begin making current payments, a creditor will be successful in obtaining permission from the Court to institute a new foreclosure proceeding. Assuming you can make your monthly payments after you file a Chapter 13 Plan, you can catch up your arrearages under Chapter 13 and avoid foreclosure of your home.

If you wish to engage us to advise you as to your rights and options or to provide other legal services, please click here to contact our Maryland law offices in Baltimore, Dundalk, Bel Air or Owings Mills.