There are plenty of things you need to do if you are thinking of filing for bankruptcy in Georgia, but there are also several things you shouldn’t do, too. The days, weeks, and months leading up to filing for bankruptcy are crucial, and the actions you take and do not take during this time can […]
You have a lot to think about when filing for bankruptcy, and in many cases, you’ll have even more to consider if you are married. One of the biggest challenges faced by those filing for bankruptcy when they are married is how filing will affect their marriage. The good news is there are tools available […]
Working with a bankruptcy attorney when you file for bankruptcy is essential, but how do you choose the one who is right for you? There are plenty of people out there qualified and able to help you, but it’s important you get the support you need from the right person. Most bankruptcy attorneys offer a […]
The goal of bankruptcy is to help you get a fresh start and move forward with fewer financial burdens. As part of the process, you not only reorganize or eliminate debt, you also learn how you can avoid financial challenges in the future. One of the ways you do this when you file for bankruptcy […]
Bankruptcy can be a smooth transition from financial strife to a much easier life, but in some cases the person filing for bankruptcy faces a few bumps along the way. This is especially true when someone files a lawsuit against you during bankruptcy. In many instances, the automatic stay bankruptcy creates protects you from legal […]
Filing for bankruptcy comes with a number of emotions: fear, apprehension, anxiety, overwhelm, and hopefully, a bit of excitement that you are finally getting your financial situation under control. Unfortunately, there are a number of misconceptions about bankruptcy that often interfere with the excitement and instead, cause negative emotions to take over. For some, these […]
When you decide to pursue bankruptcy, you have the option of filing as an individual or filing a joint petition if you are married. When you file jointly, the bankruptcy court reviews both your credit history and the credit history of your spouse, and makes their decision about your bankruptcy based on information from the […]
Zombie debt. It’s a term that sounds scary and it’s used to describe a phenomenon that can be scary for someone who believes a debt to be a thing of the past. How does a debt come back to life – like a zombie? In the credit world, debts are often sold to third-party financial […]
Filing for bankruptcy is a big step and one of the reasons people postpone the process is because they are scared to make a mistake. For good reason, too. Submitting incomplete or misleading information when you file for bankruptcy can result in rejection of your bankruptcy request. This is true even if your mistake was […]
Bankruptcy is a major life changing event. Though it might not seem like it at first, it is a positive step in the right direction. It’s a commitment, not only to yourself to build a brighter financial future, but to the bankruptcy court and your creditors. And like all big commitments, there are guidelines and […]
