Debtors Are Not Required To Financially Punish Themselves Because Of Past Mistakes
There seems to be an upsurge of anti-bankruptcy rhetoric aimed at indebted Americans to make them feel guilty about their financial circumstances which force them into bankruptcy. Since the critics can't honestly say that...
Can I Discharge My Second Mortgage In Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
While in most cases filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy will not impact your mortgage, Chapter 13 bankruptcy in another matter. When a debtor files for Chapter 13 bankruptcy and has a second mortgage he/she...
The Means Test and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Means Test One of the benefits of filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy is that the debtor's disposable income is not calculated using the Means Test , the same test which is required...
President Obama Signs Health Care Reform Bill
President Obama has signed the landmark $875 billion health care reform bill into law at the White House. In our previous blog we discussed changes that could take effect immediately. Below are some changes...
Why Debtors Considering Bankruptcy Should Stop Using Automatic Bill Pay
Automatic bill pay has become very popular, especially for those who want the convenience of having their monthly ongoing bills automatically deducted from their checking account. But for debtors considering bankruptcy automatic bill payments...
How To Avoid The Coming Credit Card Backlash
With the implementation of the Credit Card Act last month, many credit card companies are taking actions to make up for lost profits. The implementation of annual fees and inactivity fees are just two...
Congress Approves Jobs Incentive Bill In Effort To Curb Unemployment
Congress has approved a jobs incentive bill that is aimed at curbing unemployment and stimulating job growth. Under the new spending bill companies that hire unemployed workers will get a temporary payroll tax holiday....