Married couples must decide between joint filing or separate filing when determining which is the right choice for them when filing bankruptcy in Texas. Bankruptcy is a complicated process and it involves many different rules and laws. These laws should be reviewed with a Plano bankruptcy attorney and can influence the decision to file separately… Read More
Understanding Common Debt Resolution and Bankruptcy Terminology
If you’re in financial trouble and seeking information on resolving your debts, you’ll likely run into quite a few terms that may be unfamiliar to you. Some of these terms can seem very similar to each other and one may get confused as to what they actually mean. A Few Common Debt Resolution and Bankruptcy… Read More
Financial Stress May Affect Your Health
Debt-related problems cause a storm of unwanted stresses in your life; collection calls, letters, day-to-day concerns about simply getting by. Some may feel like it’s enough to make you sick . . . and they may be right. Effects of Financial Stress Like any kind of stress, financial stress takes a toll on a person’s… Read More
Mandatory Bankruptcy Credit Counseling
If you’ve been struggling with financial difficulties, you may find that bankruptcy is your best option. Bankruptcy comes with quite a few rules and regulations, one of which is mandatory credit counseling. If you understand the purpose of this type of counseling and know what to expect, your bankruptcy – and the financial recovery period… Read More
Exemptions You Can Claim when Filing for Bankruptcy in Texas?
When you’re considering bankruptcy in Dallas, Texas, your first step should be to have a bankruptcy attorney review your estate to see if bankruptcy is the best idea for your particular situation. If bankruptcy is a suitable option for you, your lawyer will let you know which assets you may be able to keep by… Read More
Explaining Bankruptcy to Your Family
Filing for bankruptcy can be a good decision for some because it may allow for a fresh financial start or may alleviate financial pressure, but it also brings some challenges. For many people, discussing bankruptcy with family may be a certain challenge. Most people find that disclosing financial troubles – including bankruptcy – to their… Read More
Co-Debtors: What it means in a Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy can be a difficult decision for anyone. There can be many complicated aspects of the bankruptcy process, and filers may find that this is especially true when there is more than one person associated with a debt. It’s common knowledge that a debt can be held by more than one person. Debts… Read More
What is “zombie debt”?
When you file for bankruptcy, you do so expecting that the process will yield the discharge of certain debts and a fresh financial start. Some may find that some of their debts are not being recognized as discharged following bankruptcy. This type of debt is sometimes known as “zombie debt” because the discharged (or dead)… Read More
Importance of Rebuilding Credit after Bankruptcy
Rebuilding credit after bankruptcy doesn’t have to wait seven or ten years until the bankruptcy is no longer on a credit history (seven years for Chapter 13, ten years for Chapter 7). Bankruptcy petitioners may begin improving credit scores shortly after the bankruptcy process is complete. Moving on from Bankruptcy Even when bankruptcy occurs because… Read More
The Role of a Trustee in Bankruptcy
If you’re facing bankruptcy in Texas, a trustee will be part of the process. It’s important to understand the role of the bankruptcy trustee and how this person can affect the outcome of your case. What is a bankruptcy trustee? A bankruptcy trustee is an individual who is responsible for handling the bankruptcy filer’s estate…. Read More
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