Tag Archives: Bankruptcy

Do You Really Need A Bankruptcy Lawyer?

September 12, 2009 – 7:16 am

One of the biggest obstacles to filing for personal bankruptcy are the legal costs. The fees charged by the court are under $500 in total, but bankruptcy lawyers will charge you an additional $2,000 or more for services to file for bankruptcy. If you’re too broke to pay your credit cards and loan payments, [...]

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Information: What You Need To Know

September 11, 2009 – 6:38 pm

This is the chapter that most people would probably like to file under, since it will wipe your slate clean so to speak of all debt. Chapter 7 is also called “Liquidation” because your assets will be liquidated, or sold, to pay your debt.

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After Bankruptcy, Then What?

September 11, 2009 – 12:08 pm

Once you file for bankruptcy, you’ll have some credit matters to deal with. For some of these issues, you should consider them before filing, if possible.

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Get Advice About Bankruptcy Alternatives

September 11, 2009 – 8:05 am

If you are considering bankruptcy, you know that it feels like the hardest decision you’ve probably ever made. There are many questions – whether it will really help you get a fresh financial start, what the credit results are after bankruptcy, how bad it will be for your financial future, whether it’s really the right thing to do now.

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How To Choose A Bankruptcy Lawyer

September 10, 2009 – 11:07 am

If you are one of the millions of Americans considering filing for bankruptcy, choosing a bankruptcy lawyer is a key consideration. The cost of bankruptcy can be high, and frankly shopping around for a bankruptcy law firm will not necessarily mean you will find someone affordable. Bankruptcy can be expensive, and you need to be [...]

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How To Recoup From A Bankruptcy

September 4, 2009 – 4:00 pm

Bankruptcies can hang on your credit report for up to 10 years and can butcher your credit score by hundreds of points. But by using these tactics, you could improve your credit score and become creditworthy several years before the bankruptcy drops off your credit report.

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Can Bankruptcy Stop Foreclosure?

September 1, 2009 – 11:54 am

So many Americans today are facing financial trouble, and that means they are in danger of losing the one thing they worked so hard for – their home.  Many times, when facing foreclosure, a homeowner may consider bankruptcy, as there is question whether bankruptcy can stop a foreclosure.  Here are some points to think about.
First, [...]

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