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Don’t Let Your Emotional Spending and Bad Money Management Force You Into Bankruptcy

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jul 30th, 2021

Credit Card Debt, Credit Score, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

If you’ve ever gone on a shopping spree in response to stress, you aren’t alone. This is different than a spending spree before bankruptcy, which is also a mistake. Emotional spending refers to choices you make with your money that could lead you to bankruptcy. Overspending due to stress, anxiety, in celebration of something special, […]

Tags: Budgeting, Credit Card Debt, emotional spending, overspending, spending spree before bankruptcy

Can Leading a Frugal Lifestyle Prevent a Second Bankruptcy?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jul 26th, 2021

Credit Score, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Changing your approach to spending is a necessity after bankruptcy. You’ll turn over some control of your finances to the court when you file, so you’ll have no choice but to live more frugally. But it’s not all bad news. Life after filing bankruptcy is filled with a lot of positive things, too. You get […]

Tags: frugal living, how to save money after bankruptcy, Life After Bankruptcy, life after filing bankruptcy, money management after bankruptcy

Are Medical Issues Forcing You Into Bankruptcy?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jul 19th, 2021

Debt Collection, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Many Americans wind up in debt because of medical bills. One of the most common reasons for filing bankruptcy in Florida is medical debt. Regardless of whether you’re dodging creditors calling about medical bills or you’ve received a diagnosis that you know will lead to significant medical debt, taking an assertive approach to your situation […]

Tags: does bankruptcy discharge medical debt, filing bankruptcy in florida, florida medical bankruptcy attorney, Medical Bankruptcy, medical bankruptcy in florida, medical debt and bankruptcy

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A. Congratulates Danielle Austin For Receiving the Patriot Award from the United States Department of Defense

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jul 2nd, 2021

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Award Recognizes Support of Guard and Reserve Members Who Work for the Organization Tampa, Florida, June 29, 2021 – The staff at the Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A. is proud to recognize the award recently given to Ms. Danielle Austin for her support of the Guard and Reserve. Recipients of the Patriot Award […]

Is Your 401k or Other Retirement Savings at Risk in Bankruptcy’s Liquidation of Assets?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 30th, 2021

Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

If you’ve spent years saving for retirement, putting that money at risk when you file for bankruptcy is likely one of your greatest concerns. The bankruptcy liquidation of assets allows the bankruptcy trustee to take your assets and liquidate them to pay your creditors. But does this liquidation apply to your retirement savings? The simplest […]

Tags: 401k, 401k and bankruptcy, bankruptcy and assets, bankruptcy and savings, bankruptcy liquidation of assets, Retirement Savings

Tips to Help You Protect Your Assets When You File for Bankruptcy

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 29th, 2021

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

One of the most intimidating aspects of filing for bankruptcy is protecting your assets. Worrying about whether bankruptcy puts their homes or savings at risk prevents some people from filing. Protecting bankruptcy assets is an important consideration when filing. It’s one of the reasons why working with an attorney is so important when you file. […]

Tags: bankruptcy asets, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Exemptions, Bankruptcy Trustee, how to protect assets in bankruptcy

How Does Bankruptcy Affect Vehicle Ownership? What Assets Can You Keep through the Bankruptcy Process and Does It Affect Your Car?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 28th, 2021

Debtor Rights, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

what assets can you keep through the bankruptcy process

Many people struggling financially avoid filing for bankruptcy because of concerns about losing important assets like their vehicles. The good news is you don’t need to lose your car when you file for bankruptcy. What assets can you keep through the bankruptcy process and how do you go about keeping them? Here’s what you should […]

Tags: assets and bankruptcy, bankruptcy and vehicles, bankrutpcy and your car, protecting your assets, what assets can you keep through the bankruptcy process

Is There a Legal Way to Hide Assets When You File for Bankruptcy?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 27th, 2021

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Filing for bankruptcy can be an overwhelming experience. The relief you receive when you file helps you feel better about your situation, but there are also drawbacks. Filing means giving the bankruptcy court a significant amount of control over your finances and your assets. Many people wonder if hiding assets in bankruptcy is the best […]

Tags: asset management, Bankruptcy Exemptions, Bankruptcy Schedules, hiding assets in bankruptcy, how to protect assets in bankruptcy

Do Bankruptcy Trustees Take Your Savings? What is Considered an Asset in Bankruptcy and How Does It Affect the Money You’ve Saved?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 25th, 2021

Debtor Rights, Helpful Bankruptcy Tips, Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy trustees gain access to a variety of your assets when you file. But what is considered an asset in bankruptcy? Is your savings account at risk and do you need to worry about the trustee taking money out of your bank accounts when you file? Here’s what you need to know. In general, you’ll […]

Tags: bankruptcy and checking accounts, bankruptcy and savings accounts, Bankruptcy Assets, trustees role in bankruptcy, what is considered an asset in bankruptcy

Can Filing for Bankruptcy Help You Protect Your House?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A.

Jun 18th, 2021

Chapter 13, Foreclosure, Personal Bankruptcy

fiHow filing for bankruptcy affects your home is one of the greatest concerns people have when they consult with bankruptcy attorneys. An attorney helps you learn how to file for bankruptcy and keep your assets and ensures that whatever protections available are applied to your home. Whether you are faced with foreclosure or hoping to […]

Tags: bankruptcy and mortgage, Behind on Mortgage, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, how to file bankruptcy and keep your assets, keeping your house in bankuptcy

Tampa Bankruptcy Law Blog

Don’t Let Your Emotional Spending and Bad Money Management Force You Into Bankruptcy

Can Leading a Frugal Lifestyle Prevent a Second Bankruptcy?

Are Medical Issues Forcing You Into Bankruptcy?

Law Offices of Robert M. Geller, P.A. Congratulates Danielle Austin For Receiving the Patriot Award from the United States Department of Defense

Is Your 401k or Other Retirement Savings at Risk in Bankruptcy’s Liquidation of Assets?

Tips to Help You Protect Your Assets When You File for Bankruptcy

How Does Bankruptcy Affect Vehicle Ownership? What Assets Can You Keep through the Bankruptcy Process and Does It Affect Your Car?

Is There a Legal Way to Hide Assets When You File for Bankruptcy?

Do Bankruptcy Trustees Take Your Savings? What is Considered an Asset in Bankruptcy and How Does It Affect the Money You’ve Saved?

Can Filing for Bankruptcy Help You Protect Your House?

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