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Do I Have Enough Credit Card Debt To File Bankruptcy?
Many debtors considering bankruptcy fear that they’re not “broke” enough to file bankruptcy, especially if they don’t have a lot of credit card debt. The truth is that there is no credit card...
Can I Discharge My Deceased Spouse’s Debts in Bankruptcy?
Many people who have lost a spouse face a mountain of bills that can financially overwhelm them. If this is the case for you, then bankruptcy may be the answer. Debt Responsibility Depending on...
How Does Bankruptcy Affect My Children
Those filing for bankruptcy are often concerned about how their Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing will affect their children. Let’s take a closer look at the impact bankruptcy has on the...
Business Bankruptcy: Chapter 11 vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
If you’re a sole-proprietor or small business owner struggling to stay afloat financially, bankruptcy may help resolve your money problems. For debtors wishing to file bankruptcy but not liquidate...
Bankruptcy Basics: Should I Reaffirm My Mortgage?
If you are considering bankruptcy, and you want to keep your home, reaffirming your mortgage may be an option. But what does reaffirming your home loan really mean and when is the best time to do...
How Does Receiving An Inheritance Impact My Bankruptcy?
If you receive an inheritance during or after bankruptcy, its impact on your case will vary depending on the circumstances and time. Let’s take a closer look at how inheriting assets (cash,...
What Happens If I Get Married While In Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
Getting married while in Chapter 13 bankruptcy may impact your case, but that depends on a few factors. Let’s take a look at how getting married could affect your Chapter 13 bankruptcy for the...
Who Files Bankruptcy?
Nearly 1 million people filed for bankruptcy in 2014. People who file bankruptcy come from a wide variety of backgrounds and represent a cross section of this country. [gallery size="large"...
What Happens When a Co-Applicant Files Bankruptcy
If you’re a co-applicant or authorized user on a friend or family member’s credit account and you decide to file bankruptcy, you may worry about the impact this will have on your loved one’s...
How Payday Loans Can Lead To Bankruptcy
Everyone has had the experience of being in a financial pinch—not enough money to pay your bills or offset some emergency, and your paycheck is a week or two away. You may have money saved in an...