scruffydogg

The VA is attesting that I was overpaid for my dependents because they never received notification of my divorce. At one time, I did have documentation of the package that I sent to the VA showing that my wife and I divorced, but I no longer have this. I had the postage receipt which of course, probably would not be sufficient even if I could find it again. I have not recognized this debt or did anything yet. I got the letter and then I looked for the postage receipt to show that I did send in the notification to them, but I can't locate it. I could call my ex-wife and ask her and she if she took it when she came back to get some things after the divorce, but why go through the grief if it doesn't do me any good. No excuse but I didn't even know what the total was that I was being paid every month. She was the one who handled the money and spent it all on herself. I just assumed that they got the paperwork and reduced my monthly pay. I should have paid more attention but I had many other things going on at that time. My twins had just turned 18 and they were going off to College and I had to move out and get my own place, plus get them settled at College, etc. So, as it happens, many years later, the VA attests that they did not receive the paperwork and this created a over payment. First, I need to know if the Statue of Limitations runs out on any debt with the VA or if that is not applicable? I had some very bad real estate investments and more debt from my girlfriend who just left me high and dry. The past 6 months have been financially horrible. I have been eating Ramen Noodles. I don't need the headaches from this whole thing. I have so much debt that I was considering filing Chapter 7. It's a drastic move but one that my be necessary because of many circumstances beyond my control. If I ever want to have a semi normal life again with a fresh beginning, then Chapter 7 Bankruptcy might be my only option. This debt only complicates matters more. I need to know if the Statue of Limitations applies to VA debt and if you can file Bankruptcy Chapter 7 for this type of debt. I know that when you owe the VA or government money then they will do everything in their power to get it. Will the VA still turn the debt over to the Treasury Offset Program after so many years have expired? If the SOL does apply then, how many years must elapse before they can't attempt to collect. Is there a time limit on the debt since time is of the essence when you wait years to find a receipt or paperwork to show as evidence? This information would be helpful. Thanks Guys and Gals.