Is a Bankrupt’s money his/her own?
A question that is frequently asked by an individual that may be contemplating bankruptcy is what happens to the income they earn during bankruptcy. In short, the Bankruptcy Act 1966 … Read More
Michael is the Managing Principal of Jones Partners Insolvency and Business Recovery and holds a Bachelor of Arts (Accounting) Degree from Macquarie University. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (“ICA”) and is a member of the Australian Restructuring Insolvency and Turnaround Association (“ARITA”).
He is a Registered Liquidator and a Registered Trustee in Bankruptcy. Michael was also a former NSW State Councillor of the ICA and has served on a number of Committees.
A question that is frequently asked by an individual that may be contemplating bankruptcy is what happens to the income they earn during bankruptcy. In short, the Bankruptcy Act 1966 … Read More
As a bankruptcy trustee I am often asked by individuals facing personal financial hardship what will happen to my credit rating if I formally declare myself bankrupt More importantly individuals
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Although external factors do play a part in the success or failure of a business, research shows that internal factors such as the quality of management is far more important.… Read More
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It is true that superannuation funds are ordinarily protected property in the event that an individual becomes bankrupt. There is however and exception to this general principle where a superannuation … Read More
One issue that frequently arises in relation to the administration of bankrupt estates is the difficulty of the bankrupt being a beneficiary under a Will.
Divisible property is defined broadly … Read More
Business owners are often anxious about what might happen to their private assets should their business runs into difficulties and ultimately fail.
Many individuals contemplate transferring private property … Read More
Personal Insolvency – A Potted Summary
Introduction
In Australia the Personal Insolvency regime is governed by the Bankruptcy Act 1966. This is a Federal Act of Parliament and contrary to … Read More