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After Bankruptcy

Allmand Law Firm
February 23, 2010 After Bankruptcy

Even Rapper Jay-Z Battles Foreclosure

Rapper Shawn Carter (a.k.a. Jay-Z) is taking a foreclosure fight to the courts.  Jay-Z, who took out a $52 million loan for a planned hotel development was at risk for foreclosure after the commercial...

Retailers May Take A Hit With CIT Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

According to an article in the Star-Telegram, CIT Group's Chapter 11 bankruptcy is a source of angst for the nation's small and mid-sized retailers, many of whom rely on the lender for credit. CIT...

Allmand Law Firm
October 16, 2009 After Bankruptcy

What Will I Owe After Bankruptcy?

When a debtor files bankruptcy there are debts that are dischargeable and other debts that cannot be discharged during bankruptcy. Let's take a look at some of the things you may still need to...

Allmand Law Firm
September 19, 2009 After Bankruptcy

Life After Bankruptcy: Taking Back Control

One reason declaring bankruptcy terrifies so many people is the fact they have to admit they've lost control over their finances--and life in general. Nobody likes to feel powerless and out of options. But...

Allmand Law Firm
September 15, 2009 After Bankruptcy

You Must Take a Personal Financial Management Course after Bankruptcy

Most debtors remember that a credit counseling course is required before filing bankruptcy; but many forget or don't realize that they must also take a personal financial management course within 45 days after filing...

Allmand Law Firm
September 12, 2009 After Bankruptcy

After Bankruptcy Don’t Fall for Credit File Segregation Scams

A file segregation scam is where a debtor, usually someone who has recently filed bankruptcy, is offered a brand new credit identity in exchange for a fee--usually a very large fee. How Credit File...