The idea of filing for bankruptcy is difficult for many people to swallow. Among other things, the shame of letting themselves get into financial hardship can keep people from taking that action. While the process can be difficult to commence, the reality is there are times when it is necessary to simply regroup and start […]
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Bankruptcy Marriage VideoThe decision to file a Bankruptcy or to consider it is a business decision. Corporations don’t fret about it. They look at the facts of their business. If it works best for them they don’t hesitate. Payless Shoes recently filed a Bankruptcy and within a short time they immerged as a strong solvent company. United
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Bankruptcy VideoWhen you have a great deal of debt that cannot be managed the best solution is to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. There are, however, situations where filing a Chapter 7 is not possible or is not in a person’s best interest: filing a Chapter 13 is the best path for you. This article is
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Bankruptcy Chapter 13 Chapter 7 VideoThere are times when filing Bankruptcy is obvious such as when there is a traumatic event: Wage Garnishment; repossession, law suits, foreclosure, license suspension for parking tickets. For many others there are struggles and doubts. Should I file? Or, should I hold on? Filing for Bankruptcy is an individual decision. All a good lawyer can
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Bankruptcy Credit VideoThe following is a sample of emails or telephone calls that I frequently get. Dear Mr. Adams: I have a lot of bills and can’t get ahead. But, I am afraid if I file Chapter 7 bankruptcy my credit will be ruined for forever. Signed,(name withheld for privacy) Dear ABC, Legend has it that filing
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Bankruptcy Credit Credit Score VideoMany people avoid bankruptcy on the belief they can never get a mortgage. That is not true. Actually, the opposite may be true for many good folks. If you have too many debts or have a low credit score obtaining a mortgage is too difficult. To get a mortgage you have to resolve your debt problems. Bankruptcy
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Bankruptcy Home VideoMan good folks who are deep in debt avoid or defer filing for Bankruptcy. Why? They hear and read lot of misinformation and lies. Special interest groups such as banks fight against filing Bankruptcy. Why? If they can prevent you from filing bankruptcy or delay it they will able to squeeze more money out of
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Bankruptcy VideoIn another article SHOULD I FILE BANKRUPTCY? I said your decision is a personal one but should be based on correct facts and options. A lot of folks realize they should file Bankruptcy (either a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13) but are hesitant. They are fearful of life after bankruptcy, because they have listened
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Bankruptcy VideoThere are 3 basic types of claims in Bankruptcy for folks: SECURED CLAIMS A secured claim is one where the creditor has a lien on a property in your possession. A secured claim can be by agreement; by law; or by recording a lien. By agreement. The most common types include mortgages, cars, and even
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Bankruptcy Claims VideoBankruptcy, it’s a word that most people find repugnant, but should it be so maligned? The fact of the matter is—bankruptcy provides significant relief to many Americans annually. If you’re drowning in debt and see no way out, bankruptcy may be the only way for you to start over with a clean slate. Many Americans
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