How does Bankruptcy Affect Personal Belongings One of the biggest concerns people have when considering bankruptcy is losing everything they own. It’s likely something you’ve considered if you’re struggling financially. The truth is filing for bankruptcy can put some of the things you own at risk, but you aren’t going to lose all of your […]
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Bankruptcy and Foreclosure: This Chapter 13 Solution May Help Everyday people receive notice of pending foreclosure on their home. Even if they’ve done everything they can to keep their payments in good standing, keeping up can be difficult. If you own a home, you already know how difficult it can be to afford to pay […]
Healthcare Bills and Bankruptcy Medical bills are one of the primary causes of bankruptcy. Whether you’re dealing with a chronic illness and over time the cost has ballooned, or you experienced an unexpected health emergency, medical expenses can be astronomical and throw even the most conservative financial plan off track. Many people dealing with financial […]
Bankruptcy Fraud Frequently Asked Questions Bankruptcy can be denied for a variety of reasons and fraud is one of the most common. Any time the court suspects someone has attempted to hide assets or income or has not been 100 percent transparent regarding their financial situation, they can dismiss the case with accusations of fraud. […]
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Payments Chapter 13 provides an opportunity to repair your situation life and get things back on track. It’s often referred to as “wage earners’ bankruptcy” because it’s only an option for those who have an income and can afford to make payments toward their debts. Instead of out-and-out discharging all of your […]
A long time ago there was such a thing as debtors’ prison. Anyone who didn’t pay their bills could end up spending time behind bars. Today, the average person faces only financial repercussions for unpaid debts. These can be fairly extreme – wage garnishment, seizing of bank accounts, liens on property – but rarely does […]
Chances are if you’ve filed for bankruptcy in the last few weeks or months – maybe even years – it’s been awhile since you’ve felt good about your financial situation. Long-term stress over money can be difficult, and even the slightest good news can lift your spirits. Something like getting a raise in your wages, […]