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Are you up to your ears in debt and considering declaring bankruptcy? Before filing bankruptcy or consulting with a bankruptcy attorney, learn more about your state's bankruptcy laws, know what to expect and gather all of the necessary documents. The faster you do your end of the paperwork, the faster your bankruptcy attorney will... more »
The process of declaring bankruptcy varies based on your assets, liabilities and whether you will file Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy. If you must declare bankruptcy, it is imperative that you research bankruptcy attorneys before making a decision. Avoid basing your decision solely on cost, since cheaper attorney often are inexperienced... more »
Most individuals already know that they are bankrupt for quite a while before they actually decide to file. Some delay this decision hoping to find an alternative that allows them to meet their financial obligations. In many cases, people postpone bankruptcy because of the fear of losing valued assets or even their reputation.... more »
Bankruptcy is designed to be somewhat of a safe haven for debtors. But if the system is abused it will turn against them. Failure to follow the court's rules of procedure and disclose all the required information can result in a bankruptcy case being dismissed and thrown out of court. Even more seriously, a violation can result in a... more »
Believe it or not, bankruptcy is big business. Both debtors and creditors need representation, and these come in a variety of types, primarily individual and corporate. And, unlike some other areas of legal practice, bankruptcy has a high incidence of litigation because a bankruptcy filing is itself a form of litigation. In other... more »
Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a lot easier when you hire an attorney. Typically you can hire an attorney for under one thousand dollars.... more »
Lax lending policies lead to a number of problems, including more people defaulting on questionable loans. These lenders become the target for... more »
Foreclosures are at a all-time high these days, which is offering a great opportunity for both real estate investors and first time buyers to buy... more »
Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a catch-22. The filer is having trouble making ends meet, yet he has to pay hundreds of dollars he does not... more »
Sometimes debt can become more than you can handle. Changes in a job or a divorce can throw your cash flow off balance and cause more money to be... more »
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