Useful Bankruptcy Links & Contact Information

Bankruptcy

> Middle District Bankruptcy Court | FAQs | Resources
Toll Free Number for Middle District of Florida:  1-866-879-1286
This voice-automated system allows you to ACCESS Bankruptcy filing information on Debtors. 
> Means Test
> National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy
> Mortgage Debt Relief Act
> If you have lived in Florida less than 24 months, visit www.bankruptcyaction.com      
> American Bankruptcy Institute
> Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA)

Trustees

> U.S. Trustee Program
> Chapter 13 Trustee Terry E. Smith
> Chapter 13 Trustee Jon Waage | FAQs

Credit Counseling

> “A Personal Touch”: Joan Ferrari 429-8340 - Credit and Debt Counselor approved by Bankruptcy Court 
Joan provides credit counseling and will do debt negotiation, if doable. Ms. Ferrari will meet with you at your local library.  
> Other Approved Credit Counselors and Debtor Education Providers
> Free credit reports

Foreclosure

> Hotline to assist Floridians facing foreclosure: (866) 607-2187
> Foreclosure Recovery Assistance Network program

Miscellaneous

> Florida Attorney Generals Hotline to report fraud: 1-866-966-7226
> Karen E. Rushing – Sarasota Clerk of Circuit Court – Marriage Licenses
> Know your rights! www.fairdebtcollectionact.com
> For vehicle, boat, trailers average clean retains values:  www.Nada.com and www.KellyBlue.com
> Florida Bar