Bankruptcy
Declaring bankruptcy is never an easy decision to make, but sometimes it’s the only path available to regain financial control when you find yourself in a hole. We offer the latest new in bankruptcy regulation, plus give you helpful advice on how you can (and can’t) use bankruptcy to get out of debt so you can finally move forward again.
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Bankruptcy Statistics
See how bankruptcy affects other U.S. consumers and businesses. Whether it’s your own finances or a business you’ve helped build, making the decision to file for bankruptcy is never easy.…
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Business Bankruptcy & Personal Liability:
Navigating the financial landscape of a small business is no small feat, especially when the word “bankruptcy” starts looming on the horizon. While the thought can be intimidating, it’s important…
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Top Bankruptcy Questions Answered
When you file for bankruptcy, the last thing you want to have in uncertainty about what’s going to happen. That’s why it’s so important to be informed and find the…
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Weighing the Pros and Cons of Bankruptcy
Declaring bankruptcy is a big choice that can frankly be extremely scary. But you might be surprised to learn that the cons of bankruptcy are often outweighed by the pros.…
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Making the Decision to File for Personal Bankruptcy
Deciding to file bankruptcy is a big decision, and it’s one that many experts argue consumers wait too long to do. So, while cultural norms may be telling you to…
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Is Good Credit After Bankruptcy Possible?
Taking the right steps now will help you avoid facing another round of problems later. It helps ensure that this time things won’t go south – you’ll have the right…
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5 Tips For Post-Bankruptcy Credit Repair
What you need to know about the first stage of rebuilding your credit after bankruptcy. So once you complete your bankruptcy, you need to start rebuilding. Credit repair is the…
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SCRA Bankruptcy Protections for Service Members and Veterans
While filing for bankruptcy is never easy, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act helps ensure that the process is as smooth as possible for military personnel. The SCRA offers some key…
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Should I File for Bankruptcy?
Are you in debt and unable to afford even the minimum payments? It may be time to stop fighting the inevitable and file for bankruptcy. It may feel like you’re…
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How Bankruptcy Can Be Your Key to Preventing Foreclosure
Life has a way of throwing financial curveballs. Whether it’s unexpected medical bills, job loss, or other unforeseen expenses, these challenges can sometimes put our homes at risk. It’s in…
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How Bankruptcy Affects you as a Cosigner
What If You Cosigned for a Borrower in Bankruptcy? When you cosign on a loan or a line of credit for a friend, associate or family member, you assume a…
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The Bankruptcy Means Test
Deciding to file for bankruptcy is a big step that can help you get on the road to financial recovery. However, there are steps you must take to show the…
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How Often Can You File Bankruptcy and What Happens When You File Twice?
Understand the timing and impact of consecutive court discharges when you file bankruptcy twice. Bankruptcy is supposed to be a fresh start, but things don’t always work out the way…
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How to File Bankruptcy Without a Lawyer
The United States legal system is designed to allow individuals to represent themselves in court cases and proceedings if they so choose. It’s called filing pro se, a Latin phrase…
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How to File for Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy is a big decision, but the process isn’t as opaque – or as frightening – as you may think. Knowing what to expect when you file can…
