Bankruptcy

5 Most Common Reasons for Bankruptcy

5 Most Common Reasons for Bankruptcy

Making the decision to file bankruptcy is never easy. In many cases, bankruptcy is the best option for individuals and families experiencing extreme financial difficulty. Here are the five most common reasons for filing bankruptcy and how to get sound advice...

How to Handle Creditor Harassment with Bankruptcy

How to Handle Creditor Harassment with Bankruptcy

Most people consider that one of the best outcomes of bankruptcy is that the creditor harassment stops. In fact, it might have been even those nonstop phone calls across the day that prompted you to schedule a consultation with a bankruptcy lawyer. A bankruptcy...

The Bankruptcy Means Test

The Bankruptcy Means Test

One of the most commonly filed forms of bankruptcy today is Chapter 7. What this form of bankruptcy does is allow you to liquidate assets that are non-exempt, not including your home, car, and other things needed for day-to-day life, to pay your debts. If you still...

How to Get a Student Loan Discharged With Bankruptcy

How to Get a Student Loan Discharged With Bankruptcy

Although student loans are typically considered "untouchable" by bankruptcy because they're a secured debt like tax debt, there are some circumstances that allow borrowers to have their student loans discharged. To be eligible, you must meet certain criteria. More...

Can You Buy a Home After Filing Bankruptcy?

Can You Buy a Home After Filing Bankruptcy?

One of the most common misconceptions about buying a house after bankruptcy is that it can't be done. Or, that it has to be done after the bankruptcy is no longer on your credit report. This usually takes 7-10 years, depending on the type of bankruptcy you filed...

Can You File for Bankruptcy on Your Own?

Can You File for Bankruptcy on Your Own?

If you feel like you’re drowning in bills and have more debt than you can handle, bankruptcy seems like a viable option. However, most people in this situation don’t have a lot of money to spare, so paying a bankruptcy attorney may seem counter-intuitive. Today’s...

If You’re Considering Bankruptcy, Avoid Doing This

If You’re Considering Bankruptcy, Avoid Doing This

If you're thinking about filing for bankruptcy, you may have heard some things that may make filing for bankruptcy easier or may better prepare your finances for the process of filing. However, not all of these things are in your best interest. Here are three things...

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