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...
chapter 13 bankruptcy
What is the 341 meeting and why is it important to attend?
If you are planning to file for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy protection, you must attend the 341 meeting. This is an important stop on your way to a brighter financial future. Each person you meet here will have an interest in the outcome of your bankruptcy....
Is it possible to foresee a bankruptcy in your future?
While bankruptcy can be incredibly helpful when you have financial trouble, it is best to avoid financial difficulties completely. Filing bankruptcy can prevent you from losing more money and keep you from incurring judgments against you, but it also takes time and...
How long does bankruptcy affect your credit?
Bankruptcy is a legal proceeding designed to help people eliminate or reorganize insurmountable debt. But while bankruptcy provides many with the clean slate they need to get back on track, it isn’t without consequences. Bankruptcy can impact your credit score more...
Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help struggling consumers start over
Bankruptcy can get a bad reputation. When people hear of someone they know filing for bankruptcy, some people assume that money mismanagement is the root cause. However, many fall into financial despair due to circumstances beyond their control. Whether it be divorce,...
Are you being harassed by debt collectors?
When Maryland residents fall into debt, you may come across debt collectors. These people work to ensure you pay your debts to the people you owe. Debt collection is a tricky field to navigate, though. Sometimes, debt collectors are forceful. But the law prohibits...
How to balance your budget after bankruptcy
When you file for bankruptcy, you can get your finances back to square one. However, once you file, you cannot file again for a set number of years after your discharge. This means that you need to be very careful with your finances. You have to create a budget and...
The dangers of falling behind on Chapter 13 bankruptcy
When people in Maryland fall behind on their bills and become overwhelmed by debt, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy begins to look like an attractive option. One of the most appealing aspects of this is that people generally get to keep their assets. Instead of having them...
What are some of the reasons Americans file for bankruptcy?
Overwhelming medical or health-care expenses are the causes behind two-thirds of the individuals filing for bankruptcy protection in Maryland and across the nation. If you are contemplating bankruptcy because of medical reasons, you are joined by approximately 530,000...
Is chapter 13 a good choice for low income households?
If you are having trouble paying your debts, filing bankruptcy in Maryland may be your best option. While you have options for the type of bankruptcy you can file, Chapter 13 gives you the option of working out a plan to keep the assets you have securing debts, such...