Declaring Bankruptcy There’s a lot of misinformation regarding bankruptcy. It’s unfortunate because many people who are struggling financially could benefit from filing, but they allow myths and untruths to guide their decision. If you’re faced with debts you are unable to afford and you aren’t sure what to do about the problem, declaring bankruptcy can […]
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Bankruptcy and Spending Bankruptcy can offer many advantages, but it can also mean exposing your financial life to the world. Information that would otherwise be private becomes the business of the trustee and the court. Not only does this mean other people will know about your debt, but it also means they’ll be legally entitled […]
Getting a Mortgage After Bankruptcy Many people assume buying a home after filing for bankruptcy is impossible. As a matter of fact, some people postpone or fail to file at all because of this fear. They opt not to use a valuable tool that could actually make it easier for them to achieve their financial […]
Bankruptcy Fraud Red Flags Filing for bankruptcy is a complicated process. It’s possible to file on your own, but it isn’t advised. Even a simple unintentional mistake can result in your case being dismissed. Worse, you could be accused of bankruptcy fraud. Even if you have every intention of being honest, there are certain things […]
How to Make the Best out of Bankruptcy Some people find themselves in financial turmoil because of choices they’ve made. They might’ve been irresponsible with credit cards when they were younger or they might have mismanaged their money or overestimated their ability to pay back the money they borrowed. In other cases, people had little […]
Co-signers and Bankruptcy If you’re considering co-signing a loan for a friend or family member, or you have a loan with a co-signer, it’s important to understand the implications, especially if you or the primary borrower is considering bankruptcy. Co-signed loans are handled differently than individual loans in bankruptcy. The most important thing to realize […]
3 Reasons to File Bankruptcy There are few things as frightening as financial struggles. Not knowing where your next paycheck is coming from or when it’s coming, facing threats from bill collectors, knowing that foreclosure of your home could be on the horizon, and all of the other things that can arise when money is […]
How Bankruptcy Can Affect a Tax Return Receiving an income tax return can feel great and help you get caught up on debts you’ve fallen behind on. Despite having the option of “breaking even” and not paying as much in payroll taxes throughout the year, some people enjoy receiving a refund check. Unfortunately, the joy […]
Are Debt Relief Services Legit? If you feel as if you are drowning in debt you’ve no doubt considered a number of options to help you. People struggling with finances often take drastic measures to alleviate their circumstances. Unfortunately, these drastic circumstances aren’t always helpful. Many of the debt relief solutions that exist aren’t solutions […]