Andrew Sawin
Do you know Indiana is among the nation’s top states for personal bankruptcy filings? That means if you’re living in the Hoosier state and feeling overloaded with bills every month, you’re definitely not alone. Thousands of people file for bankruptcy every year and about 32% are Chapter 13 bankruptcies. However, Chapter 13 may or may … Read More
It is difficult to predict exactly when or if the Internal Revenue Service of the United States might audit you, which could subject you to a rigorous financial examination. At Sawin & Shea, we sometimes encounter people who are filing for bankruptcy and worry whether doing so will trigger an IRS audit. So, let’s look … Read More
When you’re facing a mountain of debt and an inability to pay your monthly bills, bankruptcy offers a way out. It quiets most people who are hounding you for money and finally gives you a fresh financial start. It’s important to handle bankruptcy the right way. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy in Indiana, read … Read More
Are you planning to travel internationally? If your travel will coincide with your bankruptcy, could this cause a conflict and prevent you from obtaining or renewing a U.S. passport? Could you be prevented from traveling internationally because of your debt? Here’s a look at what could happen if you need a passport during bankruptcy. … Read More
At Sawin & Shea, our clients are often concerned about having low credit scores. They wonder if bankruptcy will make the situation worse. On the contrary, bankruptcy can actually improve your credit and get you back on your feet financially. Here’s how an Indiana bankruptcy can help re-establish your credit. Will Bankruptcy Ruin My Credit … Read More
If you’re being hounded by creditors for immediate payment on your debt, you could be looking for a fast solution to declaring bankruptcy. In this situation, it’s common to wonder whether you can quickly file for bankruptcy electronically through a website to eliminate a growing mountain of debt fast. It’s not as easy as it … Read More
When you have a wage garnishment, you’re losing money paycheck after paycheck to satisfy a creditor. When your paycheck is being drained away by old debt, it can be a frustrating experience and make it more difficult to get back on your feet financially. About 7% of the U.S. population has had their wages garnished … Read More
Although very rare, during the course of your bankruptcy, you may find that an adversary complaint has been filed against you in the bankruptcy court. It can come from a creditor, the trustee, or someone else involved with your case. An adversary complaint is a separate case from your bankruptcy that will be addressed by … Read More
When you file for bankruptcy, one of the first steps is listing your assets and sharing the details of your property and finances. This sometimes makes people feel a bit uncomfortable. They wonder how much access the bankruptcy trustee will have to their home, property and other private spaces. Let’s take a closer look at … Read More
Bankruptcy isn’t something most people expect to deal with in their lives. However, about 770,000 people in the U.S. file for bankruptcy every year. The reasons range from unexpected problems from health issues to excessive spending, but the result is a huge pile of debt that’s almost impossible to surmount without the help of bankruptcy. … Read More
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