Trying to wipe the financial slate clean by filing for bankruptcy? Here's what to know before making your move.

Andrea Smith declared Chapter 7 bankruptcy. She came out of bankruptcy with a net worth of around $150,000. Read More: Warren ...

It's important to remember that there are different types of bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which is the most common type for individuals, can wipe out many unsecured debts quickly but may ...

Hedge fund MFN Partners LP asked a court to convert Yellow Corp.’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy to a trustee-controlled Chapter 7 ...