Tips On Avoiding Subprime Lenders After Bankruptcy
Many debtors are surprised that after their bankruptcy is discharged they find themselves receiving many credit offers. Credit card companies, car loan lenders and even mortgage finance companies will send post-bankruptcy debtors credit offers...
Bankruptcy And Special Needs Families
More families who have special needs children or other disabled dependents are considering bankruptcy. Because a disability can become financially draining, causing families to rack up hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt, bankruptcy...
Six Signs That You’re Suffering From Debt Related Stress
You may be suffering from debt related stress if you notice that you are experiencing apathy and lack of energy. The feeling that you don't care about your finances, debts or other financial stress...
More Credit Card Companies Exploit CARD Act Loopholes
When the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act was enacted it was designed to put an end to some of the practices used by credit card companies that negatively impacted consumers. But...
Three Ways Debt Settlement Companies Can Ruin Your Finances
Debt settlement is becoming very popular now that the recession is stretching into its third year. One of the appealing aspects of the debt settlement pitch is the idea that a debtor can pay...
When Chapter 11 Bankruptcy May Be Better For Investment Property Owners
While many individual debtors opt for Chapter 11 bankruptcy only when they have exceeded the debt limits imposed on Chapter 13 bankruptcy debtors, there are situations when filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy may be beneficial...
Furniture Factory Warehouse Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy – Customers Empty Handed
Home furnishings retailer Furniture Factory Warehouse, which operates 12 stores in South Texas, has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection due to unfavorable financial conditions and a consistent decline in furniture sales. The retailer...