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File bankruptcy with home in another state?

I own a home in New Hampshire that is completely paid off and another one in Massachusetts that is way under water. I'm considering bankruptcy and was wondering how that would work. Can I get a discharge on the home in Massachusetts and keep the home in New Hampshire? Or would the home in New Hampshire be part of the whole bankruptcy mess?

Bankruptcy with second home

Bankruptcy is a federal matter, and the trustee will not care where your property is located.  Depending on the specific facts of your situation (where your primary residence is, if you have a declaration of homestead,  what exemptions are available to you, etc.), the bankruptcy trustee could auction your home in New Hampshire to pay your debts.  You should talk to a bankruptcy attorney before you do anything.  Given that you own a home free and clear, it is very likely that you have other options for dealing with your debts short of bankruptcy.  Good luck.

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