Tampa Bankruptcy Law Blog

Can Debt Related to Rent Payments Be Discharged?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Nov 6th, 2017

Housing is a major concern in bankruptcy, and frequently, the focus is on foreclosure and how bankruptcy protects you from losing your home. But what if you rent? How does bankruptcy affect renting and what if you’ve fallen behind in your rent and you’re concerned about eviction? In most cases, you won’t be evicted if […]

Will My Employer Know about My Bankruptcy?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 30th, 2017

Debt Relief

The thought of filing for bankruptcy can trigger a number of fears. Unfortunately, these fears prevent people from filing when bankruptcy would actually be a beneficial tool to help them get their financial lives back on track. One of the most common fears is whether or not the filer’s employer will know about the bankruptcy. […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling

What You Need to Know about “Cheap” Bankruptcy Attorneys

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 30th, 2017

Debt Relief, Personal Bankruptcy

It’s a familiar cliché to most people: “You get what you pay for.” It’s true when it comes to a variety of products and services, and in many cases, it’s true when it comes to hiring a bankruptcy attorney. And though the period of your life in which you’re hiring a bankruptcy attorney is likely […]

Tags: Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling

Think You Don’t Need an Attorney? Bankruptcy is about More than Filling Out Forms!

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 30th, 2017

Debt Relief, Personal Bankruptcy

When someone learns it’s possible to file for bankruptcy without hiring a bankruptcy attorney, they often assume this is a good way to save money. After all, filing for bankruptcy isn’t going to require more than filling out a few forms, right? Unfortunately, filing for bankruptcy is about more than just completing and submitting forms […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, bankruptcy judgment, bankruptcy procedure, Bankruptcy Process

Should Bankruptcy Really Be a Last Resort?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 27th, 2017

Debt Relief

Anyone who is struggling with money has likely considered bankruptcy to some degree, but most people consider it the absolute last resort. They exhaust all of their other options and when there’s nothing left to do except give up they file for bankruptcy. Unfortunately, this approach can cause more harm than good. There are instances […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Assets, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, Bankruptcy Education, bankruptcy procedure, Bankruptcy Questions

Don’t Repay Your Debts!

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 26th, 2017

Debt Relief, Personal Bankruptcy

If you’re struggling financially, chances are you know how important it is to pay your bills even if you’ve been unable to do so. The truth is paying your bills should be a priority, but there comes a time when paying your debts could work against you. How is that? If your financial situation is […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, bankruptcy procedure, Bankruptcy Process, Bankruptcy Questions, Chapter 7

Questions You Should Ask during Your Bankruptcy Consultation

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 1st, 2017

Chapter 7, Debt Relief, Personal Bankruptcy

A bankruptcy consultation is a great way to gather information about the process of filing for bankruptcy. A consultation is also a great way to get a sense of whether a specific attorney is right for you or if you need to interview additional people. Most attorneys offer a free consultation. It’s probably a good […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, bankruptcy procedure, Bankruptcy Process, Bankruptcy Questions

Tips for those Drowning in Student Loan Debt

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 1st, 2017

Debt Relief, Personal Bankruptcy, Student Loan Debt

If your financial struggles are primarily caused by student loan debt, you are not alone. The student loan debt of Americans is estimated to be more than $1 trillion and about $85,000,000,000 is past due. The average borrower has about $30,000 in student loan debt. Some financial experts believe the situation is so bad it’s […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Discharge, Bankruptcy Exemptions, Student Loan Debt, student loans

Pre-Bankruptcy: What You Should and Should Not Do in the Weeks before Filing for Bankruptcy

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

May 31st, 2017

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Debt Relief

Filing for bankruptcy is a major financial step. The decision to file is not one that should be taken lightly and many people experience some trepidation in the time leading up to their decision to file. Luckily, working with an experienced attorney can put your mind at ease and help you move through bankruptcy successfully. […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, bankruptcy procedure, Bankruptcy Process, Chapter 13 bankruptcy, Chapter 7 bankruptcy

What to Know about DIY Bankruptcy Filing

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

May 31st, 2017

Chapter 7, Debt Relief, Personal Bankruptcy

Filing for bankruptcy is a complicated process, but the court does allow individuals to file on their own without an attorney. This is called pro se filing and is not recommended, even under the simplest of circumstances. Sometimes, though, people choose to file without professional support to avoid attorneys’ fees (they still need to pay […]

Tags: bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, DIY Bankruptcy