How Much Does It Cost to File Bankruptcy?
Everyone preparing to file for bankruptcy wants to know the cost. After all, bankruptcy usually comes at a time when money is tight. Filing Fees and Required Courses Bankruptcy filers must pay a filing...
View ArticleAre You Judgment Proof?
We all know why people are filing for bankruptcy. With a tepid recovery, jobs are hard to find, home values are still low, and fear and uncertainty are preventing business owners from expanding their...
View ArticleNYC’s Worst Debt Collectors: Who are They?
Over 20 million people live in one of our country’s biggest regions, metropolitan New York. With that many people, it’s likely that millions are in financial dire straits. And where there is financial...
View ArticleThe Automatic Stay Explained
Creditors are notified of the stay The automatic stay is created immediately upon the filing of your bankruptcy case whether it be a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 case. The automatic stay is a one-page...
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Can Creditors Garnish My Wages in Florida?
Last updated Sept. 21, 2017. Yes, Florida law does allow creditors to garnish your wages. However, a creditors’ right to garnishment, and the amount they’re entitled to garnish, hinges on whether you...
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Protecting Against Deficiency Judgments Through Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy eliminates personal liability for mortgage deficiencies Does Bankruptcy Eliminate Liability for Deficiency Judgments? It’s a common story in many areas of the country: real estate values...
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180 Day Wait Period to Refile Bankruptcy After Dismissal
Last updated May 31, 2017. Dismissal of a bankruptcy case is unfortunate and can happen for a number of reasons. The Bankruptcy Code places numerous responsibilities on debtors and failure to comply...
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