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Can I Still Make Charitable Donations During Bankruptcy?

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Can I Make It Through Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy is a fix for your financial woes but, its success depends on you. Bankruptcy will stop creditor harassment and collection efforts while you get your financial life back in order. Chapter 7 is the quickest option, which liquidates eon-exempt assets to pay down debt. A Chapter 13 debt reorganization forces creditors to take what … Read More

retirement savings

Why Are So Many Retirees Filing for Bankruptcy?

With 10,000 Baby Boomers turning 65 every day, why aren’t more people retiring? A recent survey predicts that by 2026, 60% of seniors 60-64 will still be working. Two in five of those questioned say they have no plans to retire until age 70. Why are they holding off retirement? The primary reason is the … Read More

chapter 7 bankruptcy

Is There a Right Time to File for Bankruptcy?

To file or not to file? It is the big question many struggle to answer when facing financial uncertainty. Maybe you should be asking, is now the right time to file? Timing can be important in certain bankruptcy filing situations. Reviewing your situation with a bankruptcy professional can help you determine whether or not it … Read More

rebuilding after bankruptcy

How Do I Rebuild My Credit Rating After Bankruptcy?

Each year, 500,000 Americans file for bankruptcy. They start this journey for a million different reasons, ultimately traveling the same path. Everyone must face the daunting task of reconstructing their credit rating. A Chapter 13 filing stays on your records for seven years while Chapter 7 remains for 10 years. Bankruptcy, however, does not taint … Read More

retirement savings

Are My Retirement Investments Protected If I File for Bankruptcy?

After working and saving for your golden years, a sudden illness forces you to quit work. The medical bills start piling up and creditors begin calling. Filing for bankruptcy stops the harassment, but what if you lose your nest egg? Unfortunately, this scenario is more common than we would like. If you are facing an … Read More

chapter 13 bankruptcy

What is the Role of a Trustee in a Chapter 13 Repayment Plan?

The court-appointed Trustee serves a different role in a Chapter 13 filing than a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case. Administration is their primary function, keeping accurate records of your payments and creditors’ compensation, whereas their responsibility is to liquidate the client’s assets to pay back a percentage of what is owed in a Chapter 7 filing. … Read More

cosigner and guarator

What Are the Risks for Cosigners and Guarantors During Bankruptcy?

If you’ve ever asked a family member or friend to cosign a loan, it seems like a standard agreement until you consider the risks they are taking on your behalf. Filing for bankruptcy could also have consequences for your cosigner. If you consider filing, an experienced bankruptcy attorney can help you decide what type of … Read More

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