You might disregard bankruptcy for what it is — a useful, and sometimes necessary, tool for debt consolidation. Maybe it represents a failure of money management to you. The reality is that life throws everyone curveballs and sometimes bankruptcy is to the tool to get...
Choosing to file for personal bankruptcy in Maryland is never an easy decision. Yet almost as difficult of a choice is what chapter of bankruptcy you should file under. You can opt for a Chapter 7 (which allows for the discharge of certain debts) or a Chapter 13...
You may have received an offer for a new credit card that provides an incentive for a balance transfer, such as a low or zero-percent interest rate. While it may not immediately reduce your outstanding credit card balances, it may help you manage your monthly payments...
When you struggle with debt, you also struggle with debt collectors. Some may approach their collecting in a reasonable way. After all, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) prevents debt collectors from abusing their power. Unfortunately, it still happens....
Despite your efforts to adjust your budget, earn extra income and sell belongings, you still cannot catch up with your mortgage payments. Could you qualify for a loss mitigation program? The Federal Housing Finance Agency explores several programs that help homeowners...
As part of your quest to get out of debt, you want to reframe your relationship with money. What mental tricks should you use to get out of financial quicksand and stay out? U.S. News & World Report offers suggestions that you may find useful. See how these tips...
Lately, you struggle to keep up with payments on your home in Maryland. Life threw several financial curve balls at you recently, and you fear your lender may foreclose on your home. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development offers tips to avoid...
A Chapter 7 case remains a popular option among those seeking personal bankruptcy protection due to the benefit it offers of having certain debts discharged. Indeed, according to information shared by the American Bankruptcy Institute, a vast majority of bankruptcies...
If you are facing insurmountable amounts of credit card debt, the first thing that you need is a plan. Having a solid financial plan in place for dealing with your debt will help you get it under control so you can move forward into a stable financial future. One...
The Small Business Reorganization Act created Subchapter V, which allows smaller companies to file for bankruptcy without liquidating their assets. Your business may file a petition if you reasonably anticipate remaining open while reorganizing your liabilities....
