The holidays are upon us and, as usual, many people are trying to keep their spending within a budget. As consumers, we’re surrounded by temptation, especially this time of year. If you want to enjoy the holiday season but you also take pride in good money management, here’s what you need to know. Set a […]
Living beyond one’s means is one of the most difficult financial challenges of the modern age. The easy availability of credit and our culture of consumerism encourages people to spend beyond their means. Living beyond one’s means is one of the main reasons for filing bankruptcy for credit card debt. Unfortunately, overspending is one of […]
Can I get credit cards after bankruptcy? Bankruptcy changes a lot of things. It stops calls from creditors and makes it more difficult for them to take legal action against you. It also requires you to turn much of your financial control over to the court. You’ll have to adjust to a new financial reality […]
If you’ve ever gone on a shopping spree in response to stress, you aren’t alone. This is different than a spending spree before bankruptcy, which is also a mistake. Emotional spending refers to choices you make with your money that could lead you to bankruptcy. Overspending due to stress, anxiety, in celebration of something special, […]
Bankruptcy Tips Bankruptcy is one of the most powerful tools you have for improving your financial situation. Unfortunately, it sometimes doesn’t go as planned. In some cases, this is because someone tries to take advantage of the situation, but most of the time it’s an honest mistake that has unintended consequences. Just a few bankruptcy […]
Bankruptcy from Home Have you been served with notice that a creditor is suing you for repayment of a debt? Filing for bankruptcy from home could be the best option you have for dealing with the problem. A lawsuit is the last step before aggressive action is taken against you to collect a debt. If […]
Judgment Creditor Having a credit card company file legal action against you is nerve-wracking. It only gets worse if they win that judgment. When a creditor is given the power by the court to take further action against you, it can lead to a lot of trouble and make your financial situation a lot worse […]
Ways to File for Bankruptcy Filing for bankruptcy is one of the best ways for many people to get their financial situation back on track. Nobody wants to spend their days pursued by creditors and dealing with ongoing financial burdens. That’s as true now as it’s ever been, especially when so many people are facing […]
Bankruptcy Counseling Filing for bankruptcy is not an easy decision. For many, it’s their only option for getting the debt relief they need to start fresh and move forward in their lives. But even if you are sure bankruptcy is right for you, it can still be a confusing and intimidating process. There’s a lot […]
Partial Bankruptcy Is there such a thing as filing for partial bankruptcy? If you are dealing with just a single problem debt or your situation is temporary, is bankruptcy right for you? Every day people consider filing for bankruptcy. They might be drowning in credit card debt or they lost their jobs and their bills […]
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