Apr 4, 2022 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Are you nearing retirement age and are burdened by debt? If so, you are not alone. According to a recent study by the University of Michigan Retirement Research Center, millions of seniors entering their retirement years are burdened by debt. The study found that 1 in 3 Americans who are 50 or older carry non-mortgage …
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Mar 3, 2022 | Bankruptcy, Casey Taylor
Are you behind on your bills and keep receiving collection letters and phone calls from debt collectors? The debt collectors will only keep contacting you for so long without payment. Their next likely step will be filing a lawsuit against you to collect what you owe. While this seems scary, there are actions you can …
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Jan 24, 2022 | Bankruptcy, Casey Taylor
Having a vehicle can be a very important part of maintaining your daily life. You may need it to get to your job, carpool your kids, get to the store, doctor, church, etc. But, owning a vehicle can be costly. Monthly payments could take up a significant portion of your income making it difficult to …
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Dec 17, 2021 | Bankruptcy, David Poston
Are you struggling with debt and thinking about filing for bankruptcy relief? Maybe you are hesitant because of negative rumors. There are many false narratives about filing for bankruptcy. Don’t let rumors or innuendos prevent you from obtaining a fresh start. While there are many false beliefs, some off the most common are as follows: …
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Nov 14, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Have you had to miss paying other bills so you could pay your home mortgage? Or, are you behind on your mortgage payments despite everything else you do to make ends meet? Do you live in fear that you may lose your home to foreclosure? You do not need this stress. Filing for bankruptcy offers …
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Jul 12, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Casey Taylor
A beneficial aspect of Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the ability to “cramdown” certain secured loans. A cramdown could lower the principal balance and interest rate you may owe on a loan. It could save you money and help keep your property. Read on to understand which of your debts may qualify for a cramdown and …
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Mar 21, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chad Cotant
A vehicle may be one of the most important possessions you and your family have. It provides a means of transportation to your work, the grocery store, church, family, friends etc. But, a vehicle can be an expensive possession to have. Paying car payments on top of everything else you may owe can become burdensome. …
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Mar 15, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chad Cotant
Do you make only the minimum payment on your credit card debt each month? If so, you are ultimately sentencing yourself to a long-term trap of debt. The Minimum Payment Problem Most credit card companies allow the borrower to pay what they call the “minimum amount due” each month. If you pay at least that …
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Feb 2, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chad Cotant
Have you filed bankruptcy and have received or are about to receive a discharge of your debts? This is great news because it means you are one step closer to your financial fresh start. However, there is something that may interfere with your fresh start. Incorrect Information on Your Credit Report After a debt is …
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Jan 15, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Joseph Campbell
Do you have a medical condition that makes it difficult for you to work? If you do, you could be eligible for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA)? The SSA’s Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides monthly financial help to individuals who cannot work at a substantial level because of a disability. …
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