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Bankruptcy in Tampa allows you to eliminate or restructure debt, freeing you from the difficult money situation you’ve been in for years. It also means many changes in your life, and potentially putting some plans on hold while you get your finances sorted out. Bankruptcy can be the first step toward a brighter future, but […]

One of the most difficult aspects of adjusting to life after bankruptcy is living with a budget. Many people create weekly and monthly budgets to keep them on track financially, and they are accustomed to this being part of their life. Unfortunately, as someone dealing with a changed financial outlook, you’re going to need a […]

Can Bankruptcy Get Me Evicted?

Can Filing Bankruptcy Stop Eviction? When people consider bankruptcy in Tampa, they often think about how it will affect their mortgage and homeownership, but not everyone who files for bankruptcy owns a home. Renters file for bankruptcy all the time and many are concerned about how their filing will affect their living arrangements. What do […]

Florida Residents Can Eliminate Debt in 2014

New Year’s Day has come and gone, and many Florida residents likely made a resolution to get their financial house in order in 2014. Making such a resolution is one thing, but actually taking steps to eliminate debt may seem daunting. Many people wonder where to start and how to keep the momentum going. It […]

Changes Could Be Coming to the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Process

Florida consumers may not be aware that, for some time now, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court has strived for uniformity in the bankruptcy process. Specifically, the Judicial Conference Advisory Committees on Bankruptcy and Civil Rules have looked at this very issue with regard to the Chapter 13 bankruptcy process. Their discussions could result in a national […]

How Chapter 13 bankruptcy Can Help with Student Loans

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Student Loans As the economy continues along a slow path toward recovery, many Florida residents are struggling to find and keep good jobs. Even those with a college education are finding difficulty in a slow job market. In many cases, they are also faced with high levels of student debt. One […]

Money Now, Big Bill later for some with Payday Loans

Payday loans are a way for those who know that they have money coming but who have bills now. They can certainly help some people who need the cash on hand, but the money comes with some very serious risk — which has landed even money conscious people in financial trouble. The way that payday […]

Debt Doesn’t Often Become Easier to Handle in Retirement

Debt and Retirement Retirement is something that those in the top age group of the workforce often look forward to. After punching the clock for most of their adult lives, those nearing retirement age can’t wait to spend some time enjoying their grandchildren, their hobbies, or simply relaxing for a while. Although the golden years […]

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How Long Consumer Debt Stays on Your Record

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