Bankruptcies are legal proceedings that allow insolvent debtors with large amounts of debts to have a fresh start. While filing bankruptcy is a legal way for people to wipe out their unsecured debts and obtain debt-relief, not everything is wiped out. One of the benefits of filing a bankruptcy petition includes bankruptcy protection as follows: Stops creditors from collecting or [...]
One of the biggest myths of bankruptcy is that its costs more than it is worth. This is simply not true. Look at it this way, once you get rid of your creditors, you will have more money. The costs associated with bankruptcy will be peanuts in comparison. Collections agencies, credit card companies, big banks, mortgage lenders, and all the [...]
Looking for an attorney can be an incredibly stressful time - especially if it is a bankruptcy attorney. When people look for a divorce attorney, or a real estate attorney, they normally ask people they trust for a recommendation. With the embarrassment most people feel about needing to consult with a bankruptcy lawyer, they often turn to Google and type [...]
Chapter 13 bankruptcy, also known as the wage earner’s plan, is a debt relief option available to debtors who don’t qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or want to be able to keep their home and car in bankruptcy. It’s the bankruptcy option for individuals whose main issue is not a lack of income, but meeting the demands of the [...]
