It’s that time of year again—the holidays will be here before you know it. Though this time is joyous for many, the financial pressure of buying gifts, hosting holiday meals, and spreading cheer can make the holidays stressful for those struggling to make ends meet. If you are struggling financially and feel bankruptcy is the … Read More
Bankruptcy is often a valuable tool for overcoming debts, but it’s not for everyone. The number of individuals filing for bankruptcy has decreased in the last 20 years, but the number of older individuals declaring bankruptcy has increased. One in seven people filing for bankruptcy is older than 65. Many people wonder if they’re too … Read More
Each year, about one out of every 55 U.S. households will include someone filing for bankruptcy. Within those households, women are more likely to file for bankruptcy than men, but only slightly so. According to the debt education organization Debt.org, about 48% of bankruptcy filers are men and 52% are women. The reasons vary. Read … Read More
Almost 500,000 Americans file for bankruptcy every year and 95.5% of bankruptcies are discharged, meaning the person is no longer legally required to pay back most of their debts. Despite how common and effective bankruptcy is, there are still some persistent myths about bankruptcy that are hard to dispel. Let’s take a look at the … Read More
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
The name millennials refers to a generation of people born between 1981 and 1996. Now in their 20’s and 30’s, they are building up an enormous amount of debt as they reach young adulthood. Experts estimate $1 trillion of all debt in the United States is now held by millennials, which is an increase of … 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
Bankruptcy courts are courts of equity. This means that the courts are trying to balance a Debtor receiving a discharge with trying to gather some funds for creditors to share. Timing is everything when it comes to keeping an inheritance while filing for bankruptcy. If you’re due to receive an inheritance – or if you … 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
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