Are you behind on your home mortgage payments? Do you fear your lender may be getting ready to foreclose on your home? Because the foreclosure process, especially in Alabama, can move quickly, you need to understand the process and your rights. When Can the...
Top 10 Reasons You May Need to File Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is not something that anyone wants to go through, but sometimes it is necessary in order to get a fresh start and regain control of your finances. Here are the top 10 reasons you may need to file for bankruptcy. 1. Wage Garnishment If you are behind on your...
Learning How to Dispute Credit Errors
A credit report is a statement, frequently reviewed when engaging in financial activity, which may use to determine an individual’s financial reliability. It can also be used as a tool to help understand your financial health. Information on your credit report can be...
Why Bankruptcy Should Not Be Your Last Resort
Do you struggle financially? Have you considered filing bankruptcy but keep delaying because you feel a need to "make good" on your debts or you fear potential damage to your credit? According to a recent study, the longer you wait to file bankruptcy, the more you...
Credit Card Debt and Bankruptcy
Are you overwhelmed with credit card debt? Most people that find themselves overburdened with credit card debt started using credit cards to supplement their income to help make ends meet. In the beginning it can be easy to maintain a small payment on a single card;...
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Alabama
Being in debt can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s combined with other financial difficulties. When you have too much debt, it can make it difficult to manage your money and afford the necessary living expenses. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is one way that could help...
Filing Bankruptcy on Personal Loans
Filing Bankruptcy on Personal Loans According to data from the credit bureau TransUnion, personal loans are the fastest-growing consumer debt. The credit bureau says from the first quarter of 2017 to the first quarter of 2018 the number of outstanding loans rose from...
Eliminating Unsecured Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
The prevalence of unsecured debt is on the rise in the United States. This type of debt, which includes credit card debt and medical debt, can have a major impact on one's financial stability. Several factors contribute to the prevalence of unsecured debt. One is the...
Paycheck to Paycheck Living on The Rise
In recent years, the number of families living paycheck to paycheck has risen sharply. For many Americans, this is the new economic reality. More and more families are falling into financial hardship, as the cost of living continues to increase. This can have serious...
Buying a Car during and after Bankruptcy
In helping clients file for bankruptcy, they often ask the following two questions: If something happens to my car while I am in bankruptcy, can I buy a new one? Will I be able to buy a car after I am out of bankruptcy? These are reasonable concerns. Having reliable...
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