Bankruptcy Definition
Bankruptcy is a legal action taken by a business or individual when they are unable to pay off their debts.
Bankruptcy Extended Definition
There are three bankruptcy options for a small business:
The purpose of declaring bankruptcy is to pay off debt or get your debt legally written off.
If you declare bankruptcy, you will either liquidate the business by selling off assets and putting the proceeds toward the debt (Chapter 7), reorganize the business and debt (Chapter 11), or develop a court-approved repayment plan (Chapter 13).
Bankruptcy can protect a small business from legal action by creditors; however, it may not be the best option. Always consult a lawyer and/or accountant before filing for bankruptcy.
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