Should you go on a spending spree before bankruptcy to celebrate the holiday season? The answer might surprise you. The holiday season is a time to be with loved ones and wind down the year with a celebration. But for many, financial issues interfere with the ability to enjoy the holidays. If you’re considering bankruptcy […]
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The holidays are upon us and, as usual, many people are trying to keep their spending within a budget. As consumers, we’re surrounded by temptation, especially this time of year. If you want to enjoy the holiday season but you also take pride in good money management, here’s what you need to know. Set a […]
Here’s what you need to know about bankruptcy and credit card use to avoid future financial problems. Filing for bankruptcy has a significant effect on your credit score. Some people say it ruins their credit, but this is misleading. Most people who opt for bankruptcy already have financial struggles significant enough to severely impact their […]
Bankruptcy attorneys help you with your financial problems and ensure you get the best possible outcome from Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy proceedings. Why Is It Necessary To File Bankruptcy? Filing bankruptcy triggers an automatic stay against all debt collection activities. It relieves your responsibility to repay all dischargeable debts. It helps you maintain ownership […]
Filing bankruptcy for credit card debt or other types of debt eliminates the need to prioritize one debt over another. However, if you aren’t ready for bankruptcy, it’s important to understand which debts to deal with first. If you’re like most people considering bankruptcy, you have a variety of different kinds of debt. Although medical […]
Living beyond one’s means is one of the most difficult financial challenges of the modern age. The easy availability of credit and our culture of consumerism encourages people to spend beyond their means. Living beyond one’s means is one of the main reasons for filing bankruptcy for credit card debt. Unfortunately, overspending is one of […]
Florida bankruptcy attorney One of the most difficult aspects of financial problems is dealing with creditors. Even if creditors stay within their legal boundaries, debt collection efforts against you are disruptive and embarrassing. Working with a Florida bankruptcy attorney stops creditor harassment and helps you get a fresh financial start. If you have creditors calling […]
Can I get credit cards after bankruptcy? Bankruptcy changes a lot of things. It stops calls from creditors and makes it more difficult for them to take legal action against you. It also requires you to turn much of your financial control over to the court. You’ll have to adjust to a new financial reality […]
Does filing for bankruptcy clear credit card debt? Credit cards are one of the primary driving forces behind bankruptcy. Whether you’ve made bad choices or you’ve had to choose but to utilize credit cards due to financial challenges, late fees, high interest, and other penalties cause people to experience great distress with credit card debt. […]
Bankruptcy can be one of the most powerful tools available to help seniors deal with financial problems. Many Tampa Bay attorneys work with seniors and help them make decisions based on their specific circumstances. What are a few of the things you should consider if you’re a senior struggling with finances and what questions should […]