Blog
Bankruptcy is never the end of the world. In fact, for many who have been struggling with debt, it is the start of a new beginning. Medical debt, divorce, or loss of employment can be a harsh blow that can push many to consider bankruptcy. For individuals, Chapters 7...
If you are filing for bankruptcy for the first time, you may be overwhelmed not only with the financial stress of the situation, but also with understanding the lingo and process of filing for bankruptcy. One such term that confuses petitioners is often the phrase...
Filing for bankruptcy can mean a fresh start and a way out from underneath crushing bills due to a medical emergency, a divorce, or a life event that was unforeseen. It can also mean a time to learn about credit and how to use it wisely. Credit counseling, therefore,...
Bankruptcy can be a scary idea, especially for people who have never had to consider it in their lifetime. Thankfully, bankruptcy rates are beginning to decline since the collapse of the market when millions of people every year would file. Now, under 800,000...
You work hard for your money and those paychecks are all-too-important, especially when you are struggling financially. So what happens when your debts cause a wage garnishment? Do you have any rights? Let’s explore closer what a wage garnishment means to your overall...
If you have suffered an overwhelming financial hardship, you may be starting to weigh whether filing for bankruptcy is a viable alternative to the mounting piles of bills or the harassing creditor phone calls. Bankruptcy is a good choice for many who need a fresh...
Usually, when you think of the rich and famous, you envision mansions, flashy jewelry, and a lavish lifestyle. Unfortunately, even the more famous of us are not immune to the pitfalls of credit card debt and medical bills piling up. Think of some of the famous names...
Frequently in this blog, we touch on the manner in which bankruptcy impacts business. Many big-name businesses have been facing financial difficulties or have even filed for bankruptcy in recent months, such as Sears, Gibson Brands Inc., and Andy Warhol’s Interview...
Many view bankruptcy as the end of the road – money runs out in business, or personal debt is impossible to manage, for example. The only way out for some is bankruptcy. But bankruptcy may actually help struggling businesses recover, and can even push business owners...
Retirement. That’s everyone’s goal after having worked for over 40 years. But for many the elderly, this may be just a dream. Financial problems plague the older generation, from rising interest rates, to exorbitant medical costs, to crushing credit card debt along...
