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How to Handle Collection Calls

When you hire Sawin & Shea for your bankruptcy, we give you a phone script that helps you handle collection calls. After you retain the firm, creditors must stop calling you once they have notice of our representation. During your bankruptcy, bill collectors are required to follow certain rules for phone calls and other communications, … Read More

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COVID-19, Evictions, and Mortgage Moratoriums

The COVID-19 crisis left many Hoosiers in a tough spot financially. When eviction and mortgage moratoriums prevented people from losing their homes during the pandemic, it came as a huge relief. Now many of these moratoriums are approaching expiration and you’re probably wondering what happens next. Will you lose your home? If you’re behind on … Read More

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Bankruptcy and Tax Refund Strategies

As tax time approaches, it’s the perfect time to think about how you can make good financial decisions. For someone who’s pursuing Chapter 7 bankruptcy, this is especially important. Chapter 7 bankruptcies are liquidation bankruptcies, meaning non-exempt assets can be liquidated to pay your creditors back something. One of the most common assets that bankruptcy … Read More

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When Is the Right Time to Be Thinking About Bankruptcy?

Sometimes the best offense is a good defense, even when it comes to finances. If you have been hit hard by the economic upheaval of the coronavirus, filing for bankruptcy may be your best option. At a time when thousands are already struggling with historic stressors due to the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, it … Read More

Need to Know About Debt Negotiation and Settlement?

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Advice on what to look for when hiring an attorney

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How Can I Eliminate Tax Debts In Bankruptcy?

One of the things that people hear about bankruptcy is that it usually doesn’t discharge some debts owed to the government, like taxes. Even if you have a large burden of tax debt that is making it extremely difficult to reconcile your finances, bankruptcy can’t always help. However, here is some good news: You actually … Read More

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What Does a Chapter 13 Repayment Plan Look Like?

It’s a smart choice to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Your bankruptcy plan will allow you to catch up on payments and settle your debts while giving you a chance to keep your home treasured belongings. If you have a job but you’re struggling to make your payments every month, Chapter 13 can help. In … Read More

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What Are My Repayment Obligations Under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

When you’re considering Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you’re also wondering how much of your debt you’d be obligated to pay back. Plus, you need to know how much time and paperwork it will take. Let’s take a look at a debtor’s obligations under Chapter 13 bankruptcy. This could be an excellent choice for you, depending on … Read More

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Indiana Rental Assistance Program

There is rent money help available for Indiana residents affected by the economic ramifications of Covid-19. Thousands of good Hoosier families have fallen behind in their rent through no fault of their own. To help those individuals, the State of Indiana and the city of Indianapolis have announced rent assistance programs. These programs could help … Read More

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