Tag: bankruptcy
Sale Of Crown Jewels
What is 'Sale Of Crown Jewels '
A takeover-defense tactic that involves the sale of the target company's prized and most coveted assets - the...
Bad Debt
What is bad debt and how does it affect your credit score
Most people are familiar with the term "bad debt." Generally, bad debt is...
Call Protection
What is a 'Call Protection' A call protection is a protective provision of a callable security prohibiting the issuer from calling back...
Partial Release
What is 'Partial Release' A mortgage provision allowing some of the pledged collateral to be released from the mortgage contract if certain...
Quick-Rinse Bankruptcy
What is 'Quick-Rinse Bankruptcy' A bankruptcy proceeding that is structured to move through legal proceedings faster than the average bankruptcy. The term...
Wage Earner Plan (Chapter 13 Bankruptcy)
What is the Wage Earner Plan (Chapter 13 Bankruptcy)?
The Wage Earner Plan, also known as Chapter 13 bankruptcy, is a repayment plan for individuals...
Bankruptcy
DefinitionBankruptcy is a legal status of a person or other entity that cannot repay debts to creditors. In most jurisdictions, bankruptcy is imposed by...
Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF)
What is 'Canadian Investor Protection Fund - CIPF' A Canadian not-for-profit organization set up by the investment industry designed to protect investors...
Jackpot
What is 'Jackpot' A jackpot is the top prize in a game of chance; jackpots can be anything, including money, cars and...
S-8 Filing
What is 'S-8 Filing' A SEC filing required for companies wishing to issue equity to their employees. Explaining 'S-8 Filing'...