With the COVID-19 foreclosure moratoriums over, housing foreclosures are once again on the rise nationally. In fact, in September of 2023, we saw home foreclosures on the rise by a whopping 18.4% from this time last year. Foreclosures in Indianapolis have also been increasingly more common. Indiana has not been immune to this national trend. Ranked … Read More
If you’re struggling with financial hardship, filing for bankruptcy can be an effective way to get back on your feet. But filing for bankruptcy in Indiana doesn’t mean every outstanding debt you’ve ever incurred gets wiped away. Declaring bankruptcy will discharge most types of debt but not others. Before you declare bankruptcy, it’s crucial to understand … Read More
No one would argue that we have been living through some turbulent economic times in the past several years. Factors like inflation, high interest rates, and economic uncertainty have found more and more Americans relying on credit cards to get by. In fact, Americans are at an all-time high when it comes to credit debt to … Read More
Rising healthcare costs are continually leaving thousands of Americans drowning in medical debt. In fact, medical debt is one of the most common types of debt reported on consumer credit reports. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, consumer credit reports show $88 billion in medical debt as of June 2021. However, it is expected … Read More
Timeshares can be an enjoyable investment for you and your family. But they can be a significant financial burden as well. If you’ve landed in a fiscal jam, you may wonder if you can file bankruptcy on a timeshare. Declaring bankruptcy will discharge most of your debt, including your timeshare ownership Here is all the … Read More
Everyone needs a break occasionally. But if you’re trying to decide if you should file for bankruptcy, going on vacation is more complicated. Here’s what you need to know. Vacation in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy You can take a vacation before filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy if you’ve already paid for it, you weren’t experiencing financial … Read More
People file for bankruptcy for any number of reasons, from job loss, to unpaid medical bills, to sky-high credit card bills. And it’s not an uncommon event either– roughly 375,000 people filed for bankruptcy in 2022 alone. It’s a good solution for many people because declaring bankruptcy provides some relief from the crushing weight of … Read More
One of the most common questions from those who file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is, “Can I buy a house after bankruptcy?” and “After bankruptcy discharge, when can I buy a house?” In short, yes, you will be able to purchase a home after bankruptcy. The amount of time after filing that … Read More
Filing for bankruptcy can provide you with a much-needed second chance when it comes to your finances. If you are a victim of debt collector harassment, it’s important to know the debt collection laws, and consider your options for debt relief. However, the process of going through Chapter 7 can be complicated and stressful to … Read More
If you’re in a financial bind, your best option might be to seek a fresh start through Chapter 7 bankruptcy. However, you may be concerned that doing so could cause you to lose your biggest investment – your home. In most cases, you don’t forfeit your home when you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What … Read More
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