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Are Medical Issues Forcing You Into Bankruptcy?

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

Jul 19th, 2021

Debt Collection, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Many Americans wind up in debt because of medical bills. One of the most common reasons for filing bankruptcy in Florida is medical debt. Regardless of whether you’re dodging creditors calling about medical bills or you’ve received a diagnosis that you know will lead to significant medical debt, taking an assertive approach to your situation […]

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Is Your 401k or Other Retirement Savings at Risk in Bankruptcy’s Liquidation of Assets?

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

Jun 30th, 2021

Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

If you’ve spent years saving for retirement, putting that money at risk when you file for bankruptcy is likely one of your greatest concerns. The bankruptcy liquidation of assets allows the bankruptcy trustee to take your assets and liquidate them to pay your creditors. But does this liquidation apply to your retirement savings? The simplest […]

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Tips to Help You Protect Your Assets When You File for Bankruptcy

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

Jun 29th, 2021

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

One of the most intimidating aspects of filing for bankruptcy is protecting your assets. Worrying about whether bankruptcy puts their homes or savings at risk prevents some people from filing. Protecting bankruptcy assets is an important consideration when filing. It’s one of the reasons why working with an attorney is so important when you file. […]

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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Vehicle Ownership? What Assets Can You Keep through the Bankruptcy Process and Does It Affect Your Car?

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

Jun 28th, 2021

Debtor Rights, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

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Many people struggling financially avoid filing for bankruptcy because of concerns about losing important assets like their vehicles. The good news is you don’t need to lose your car when you file for bankruptcy. What assets can you keep through the bankruptcy process and how do you go about keeping them? Here’s what you should […]

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Is There a Legal Way to Hide Assets When You File for Bankruptcy?

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

Jun 27th, 2021

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Filing for bankruptcy can be an overwhelming experience. The relief you receive when you file helps you feel better about your situation, but there are also drawbacks. Filing means giving the bankruptcy court a significant amount of control over your finances and your assets. Many people wonder if hiding assets in bankruptcy is the best […]

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Do Bankruptcy Trustees Take Your Savings? What is Considered an Asset in Bankruptcy and How Does It Affect the Money You’ve Saved?

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

Jun 25th, 2021

Debtor Rights, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy trustees gain access to a variety of your assets when you file. But what is considered an asset in bankruptcy? Is your savings account at risk and do you need to worry about the trustee taking money out of your bank accounts when you file? Here’s what you need to know. In general, you’ll […]

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Should I Refinance a Student Loan I Can’t Discharge in Bankruptcy?

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

May 28th, 2021

Debt Relief, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy, Student Loan Debt

Student loan debt is overwhelming many people. Could refinancing be the answer to help you avoid bankruptcy if your student loans are unaffordable? Does bankruptcy clear student loans or will you be no better off than you are right now after filing? If you’ve already filed, but it did very little to ease your student […]

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Will Student Loans Force You Into Bankruptcy? Here’s How a Student Loan Bankruptcy Attorney in Florida Can Help

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

May 21st, 2021

Debt Relief, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy, Student Loan Debt

If you’re struggling with student loan debt and not sure what comes next, a student loan bankruptcy attorney in Florida can help you. Bankruptcy likely won’t discharge your student loan obligations, but filing frees up money to put toward your loan payments. It’s also possible to better manage your loan payments when filing for Chapter […]

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Have You Received a Letter from the IRS About a Tax Debt? Here’s What You Should Know Before Responding

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

May 14th, 2021

Debt Collection, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Here’s what you need to know if the IRS has contacted you about tax debt. Every year the IRS contacts people regarding their income tax status. There are few things as daunting as having the IRS contact you. Most people assume it means they’re getting audited or they’ve done something wrong. In reality, the IRS […]

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Why Bankruptcy Attorney Help Guarantees the Outcome You Want

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

Mar 19th, 2021

Debtor Rights, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy can be a blessing, but it’s also a complicated process. Bankruptcy attorney help means you’ll understand the complexities of the laws governing the process that can help you get a fresh financial start. If you want as much assurance as possible that your bankruptcy will go as planned, the guidance and support of an […]

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Tampa Bankruptcy Law Blog

Helpful Bankruptcy Tips

Are Medical Issues Forcing You Into Bankruptcy?

Is Your 401k or Other Retirement Savings at Risk in Bankruptcy’s Liquidation of Assets?

Tips to Help You Protect Your Assets When You File for Bankruptcy

How Does Bankruptcy Affect Vehicle Ownership? What Assets Can You Keep through the Bankruptcy Process and Does It Affect Your Car?

Is There a Legal Way to Hide Assets When You File for Bankruptcy?

Do Bankruptcy Trustees Take Your Savings? What is Considered an Asset in Bankruptcy and How Does It Affect the Money You’ve Saved?

Should I Refinance a Student Loan I Can’t Discharge in Bankruptcy?

Will Student Loans Force You Into Bankruptcy? Here’s How a Student Loan Bankruptcy Attorney in Florida Can Help

Have You Received a Letter from the IRS About a Tax Debt? Here’s What You Should Know Before Responding

Why Bankruptcy Attorney Help Guarantees the Outcome You Want

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