Legal Articles, Bankruptcy

My Ex-Spouse Is Filing for Bankruptcy! Does It Affect Me?

This article outlines your options when an ex-spouse files for bankruptcy.

Can Debt Collectors Garnish My Federal Benefits?

This article outlines what debt collectors are entitled to garner relating to your federal benefits.

Will the Government Sue Student Loan Borrowers?

This article outlines possible government actions against student loan borrowers

What You Need to Know About Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy is designed to protect individuals, small businesses, and corporations from being overwhelmed by debt. The process involves reorganization and restructuring of debt so that a significant portion of it is discharged or "forgiven", and the remainder is repaid at a lower rate.

Approved for a Short Sale!!...(Think you beat the bank?...Think again)

Lender's do not lose out as much as anticipated when approving the Short Sale of a Residence

Collection Lawsuit: Fight or Flight — Ten Helpful Questions

Collection Lawsuits, defenses, collection lawsuit strategy

Misc. Bankruptcy Decisions for Creditors and Debtors: Foreclosure and Possession, Private University Student Loans, and Investor Fraud

Misc. Bankruptcy Decisions for Creditors and Debtors: Foreclosure and Possession, Private University Student Loans, and Investor Fraud

STUDENT LOANS: ARE YOU IN THE RIGHT REPAYMENT PLAN?

STUDENT LOANS: ARE YOU IN THE RIGHT REPAYMENT PLAN?

IRS HAS MANY WEAPONS FOR COLLECTION

IRS HAS MANY WEAPONS FOR COLLECTION

Dealing With Garnishment of Fed Student Loans: Get Into Rehab!

Dealing With Garnishment of Fed Student Loans: Get Into Rehab!

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