Filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is sometimes the best solution for those struggling with overwhelming debt. It offers a fresh start and the opportunity to reorganize finances, discharge certain debts, and regain financial stability. However, many debtors have questions regarding how filing for bankruptcy impacts child support payments and debts. In this … Read More
If you’re considering filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you need to be aware of the different components of the filing process, including the role of the bankruptcy trustee. The court-appointed bankruptcy trustee plays a vital role during bankruptcy because they represent debtors’ estates and will make recommendations to the bankruptcy court. When starting … Read More
If you’re struggling with overwhelming tax debts, you should consider all of your financial options, one of which is filing bankruptcy Chapter 13. With Chapter 13, you can pool all of your debts, including some types of tax debts, into a three-to-five-year repayment plan. You may not be able to pay off the entirety of … Read More
Indiana allows debtors to exempt assets when filing for bankruptcy up to a certain monetary amount, and that amount recently increased. When filing, you are allowed to exempt a portion of your home’s equity, tangible personal property, and intangible personal property. In this blog, we’ll share the details regarding this exemption increase, the different exemption … Read More
The time period leading up to filing for bankruptcy is extremely stressful, as you know. You probably heaved a sigh of relief once you received your case number and were assured that an automatic stay was in effect. Fielding constant phone calls from creditors can be unnerving and stressful – and stress can have a … Read More
Regardless of whether you’re keeping up with economic news and rising inflation rates, you’ve likely noticed that the cost of goods is going up while your purchasing power is going down. The Consumer Price Index notes that the inflation rate is up 7.1%, which is the highest rate of inflation since 1982. Unfortunately, rising inflation … Read More
If you’re struggling with overwhelming debts, Chapter 7 bankruptcy could be your best option. Chapter 7 is the most common form of bankruptcy for individuals and families, and it allows you to discharge many of your unsecured debts within only a few months. Before turning to this option, you need to know who can declare … Read More
Many people struggle with asking for help from a mortgage modification lawyer when they truly need it. And when it comes to needing financial help, that task is even more difficult. There is a negative stigma associated with financial assistance that makes many people feel embarrassed or ashamed. Some may feel that others will judge … Read More
The holidays are here once again. And although this is a season of joy, it’s also a time of overwhelming financial stress. If you’re struggling with crippling debt this holiday season, filing for bankruptcy may be your best option for getting your finances back on track. Fortunately, filing for bankruptcy offers debt relief to help … Read More
Both being sued by a creditor and bankruptcy can feel like scary situations, but rest assured, filing for bankruptcy can help. Once bankruptcy is filed, whether it’s under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, an automatic stay prevents debt collectors from taking further legal action. Does bankruptcy clear lawsuit debt? Read on to answer this question … Read More
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