Questions about Bankruptcy and Divorce Dealing with financial issues during marriage is common but for some couples, money issues contribute to relationships that have gone downhill. With divorce being imminent, a spouse may become curious about what debt is owed, who will be responsible for paying it and what happens if someone isn't able to [...]
When you're buried under a mountain of debt, you might feel like it'll take a lifetime to put a single dent in your financial burdens. However, bankruptcy provides you with the lifeline you need to wipe your financial slate clean - and this article will make it easier for you to file for a Chapter [...]
Notifying your creditors about your decision to file bankruptcy is a personal option. It may depend on how comfortable you are talking about it as well as how soon you plan to file. Many people who file often don't say anything to their creditors, instead they wait till the courts notify them in order to stop [...]
How to Avoid Getting Sued There are different options available that may help you avoid getting sued but if often depends on your personal situation. If you are able to make payments you may consider debt consolidation, debt settlement or work out an agreement with your creditor that allows you to make smaller payments that [...]
Discharging Payday Loans in Bankruptcy Payday loans allow you to borrow against your next paycheck. When you apply you submit a post-dated check for the amount you borrow including interest fees. Upon getting your paycheck you either pay the loan off in cash or give the company permission to take the funds from your bank [...]
Once your bankruptcy filing has been completed and debt has been discharged, you would think you no longer owe on the debt and you can move forward with a clean slate. Unfortunately, some debt collectors think otherwise and want to continue their collection efforts regardless of your account being discharged by the court. In short, [...]
Stopping Collection Attempts From the IRS Through Bankruptcy It seems like everyone has an opinion about Chapter 7 bankruptcy - and they're all too willing to share it with you. From gut-wrenching assertions that you'll lose your house to fear-inducing statements about the black mark it will leave on your credit score forever, there's no [...]
Differences Between Debt Settlement and Bankruptcy Dealing with debt is common among many consumers but when you have too much of it, debt can make your life miserable when it gets out of control. While there are options to help you resolve debt issues it's important to review them carefully before deciding on a process. [...]
When it comes to interviewing your Dallas bankruptcy lawyer , there's the right way to go about it - and then there's the way that could cause you to accidentally hire a sub-par attorney. The truth of the matter is that interviewing potential bankruptcy attorneys comes down to the power behind your questions. Ask the [...]
The bankruptcy process for many may actually begin long before you actually have paperwork filed with the court. Deciding whether or not to file should be reviewed beforehand and it may include talking to several professionals about your financial situation. Not only will you be reviewing your situation, you'll also be able to collect useful [...]