Answering A Few Questions Concerning Bankruptcy Filings

Posted on 20 July 2016

When you find that your debts are no longer manageable, bankruptcy can be a highly effective way of ensuring that you are able to start over with your finances. Yet, there is a strong chance that you are not particularly informed about this type of legal proceeding, and if this is the case you, it might be helpful for you to consider the answers to the following bankruptcy questions to make it easier for you to decide whether this is a good option for your situation. [Read More]

How The Automatic Stay In Bankruptcy Provides Instant Relief

Posted on 9 February 2016

The decision to declare bankruptcy should never be taken lightly, since the impact on your ability to get credit can last for years. For many, bankruptcy is a final, desperate option that occurs only when they are about lose everything to foreclosure and wage garnishments. The threat of losing basic human necessities like a home and utilities creates a compelling reason to file bankruptcy and take advantage of one of the key benefits of bankruptcy, the automatic stay. [Read More]

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self-file or hire a bankruptcy attorney?

When I first starting considering bankruptcy as an option, I wondered if I needed to pay the fees associated with hiring an attorney. I started looking into those self-filing options with the hopes of saving a little money that I really didn't have. After doing quite a bit of reading, I found that many people who attempt to self-file for bankruptcy take a much longer time to get through it. Why would a process take longer just because you are filing the documents yourself? The short answer - mistakes. Find out what I learned when researching self-filing bankruptcy and make the decision that is best for your personal situation.

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