The two most common types of personal bankruptcy are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. As Texas bankruptcy attorneys, a common question we receive is, “What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Texas?” Though both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help you get a fresh financial start, they are… Read More
Online Romance Scams and How Bankruptcy Can Help
Online Romance Scams – Use Bankruptcy to Protect Yourself from Financial Ruin Many people turn to social media or dating sites to meet their potential partners due to the convenience these platforms offer. For some, the worst happens when scammers trick them into sending their hard-earned cash. There has been an upsurge of online romance… Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Bankruptcy in Texas
If debt is overwhelming you and you are looking for a debt relief solution, filing bankruptcy might be right for you. Bankruptcy gives you a fresh financial start and allows you to resolve your debt in an efficient manner. The bankruptcy attorneys at Warren & Migliaccio can help guide you through the bankruptcy process and… Read More
How Bankruptcy Stops Creditors – The Automatic Stay
If you get behind in paying your bills, harassment from creditors can be very tough to deal with. Creditors will keep sending you more threatening letters. They may begin to file legal papers in attempt to get a judgment. They will call you repeatedly. They may repossess your automobile or your house. Creditors may even… Read More
Consequences of Hiding an Inheritance in Bankruptcy
Hiding inheritance in bankruptcy – or hiding any asset for that matter – is one of the bad decisions people may make when they are going through the bankruptcy process. Always follow Texas bankruptcy laws, and come to Plano bankruptcy attorneys with any questions that may arise to ensure compliance. Because bankruptcy may utilize non-exempt… Read More
Spendthrift Trusts: Protecting Inheritance During Bankruptcy
Spendthrift trusts may be helpful for individuals who file for bankruptcy in Texas but who later receive an inheritance shortly after filing for bankruptcy. In many cases, it is likely that assets from an inheritance received within 180 days of filing for bankruptcy will be used to pay off creditors, or will in some way… Read More
Comparing Chapter 13 and 7 Bankruptcy in Dallas
The difference between a chapter 13 and a chapter 7 bankruptcy in Dallas comes down to whether or not the bankruptcy court rules to completely discharge your debts or to set you up with a repayment plan to repay part or all of your debts to your creditors. When you are unsure of the decisions… Read More
Bankruptcy Alternatives
Bankruptcy, particularly, Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a useful tool in stopping a foreclosure and getting your loan caught up. If you fall behind on your mortgage, the mortgage lender will eventually consider the loan in default, demand the full balance of the mortgage, and give notice of foreclosure proceedings. In most cases, the lender will… Read More
