Tampa Bankruptcy Law Blog

How Do You “Declare Bankruptcy”?

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

Aug 28th, 2019

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Personal Bankruptcy

The Importance Of Being Prepared For Your Bankruptcy Consultation In Tampa, Florida.

Declaring Bankruptcy There’s a lot of misinformation regarding bankruptcy. It’s unfortunate because many people who are struggling financially could benefit from filing, but they allow myths and untruths to guide their decision. If you’re faced with debts you are unable to afford and you aren’t sure what to do about the problem, declaring bankruptcy can […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, Bankruptcy Questions, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Filing for Bankruptcy, Personal Bankruptcy

What Does a Float Do in Bankruptcy?

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

Aug 26th, 2019

Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Float There are numerous terms related to bankruptcy that are new to those who file and might seem confusing if you aren’t experienced with bankruptcy. “Float” is one of those terms. The float is the period of time between when you’ve written a check and when it clears your account. If you file for […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, Bankruptcy Questions, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Float, Personal Bankruptcy

Why Filing for Bankruptcy Can Be a Smart Decision

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

Aug 16th, 2019

Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Can Be a Smart Decision Everyone wants to be smart, right? They want to make the best choices and be able to consider themselves capable of handling situations and knowing what to do. Unfortunately, it can be tough to always feel like this. We all make mistakes. Sometimes these mistakes are related to our […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Questions, Debt

Will My Spending Be Monitored If I File for Bankruptcy?

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

Aug 15th, 2019

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Personal Bankruptcy

Spending Monitored When Filing For Bankruptcy In Tampa, Florida.

Bankruptcy and Spending Bankruptcy can offer many advantages, but it can also mean exposing your financial life to the world. Information that would otherwise be private becomes the business of the trustee and the court. Not only does this mean other people will know about your debt, but it also means they’ll be legally entitled […]

Buying a Home after Bankruptcy

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

Aug 5th, 2019

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Personal Bankruptcy

Getting a Mortgage After Bankruptcy Many people assume buying a home after filing for bankruptcy is impossible. As a matter of fact, some people postpone or fail to file at all because of this fear. They opt not to use a valuable tool that could actually make it easier for them to achieve their financial […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Counseling, Bankruptcy Questions, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Filing for Bankruptcy, Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Red Flags: How to Avoid Suspicion of Fraud When You File

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

Aug 2nd, 2019

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Fraud Red Flags Filing for bankruptcy is a complicated process. It’s possible to file on your own, but it isn’t advised. Even a simple unintentional mistake can result in your case being dismissed. Worse, you could be accused of bankruptcy fraud. Even if you have every intention of being honest, there are certain things […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Procedure, Bankruptcy Process, Board Certified Bankruptcy Lawyer, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Can Bankruptcy Help After a Creditor Has Filed a Lawsuit?

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

Aug 1st, 2019

Credit Card Debt, Debt Collection, Debt Relief, Debtor Rights, Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Timing Timing in bankruptcy is very important. A bankruptcy attorney can help you determine the best time to file, but even if you don’t file at the ideal time, there are still ways that bankruptcy can help you. This is true even if creditors or debt collectors have taken drastic action against you. Ideally, […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Lawsuit, Bankruptcy Procedure, Bankruptcy Questions, Debt

Has Life Pushed You Into Bankruptcy? How to Make the Best of Your Situation

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

Jul 30th, 2019

Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Personal Bankruptcy

How To Make The Best Of Your Situation By Filing For Bankruptcy In Tampa, Florida.

How to Make the Best out of Bankruptcy Some people find themselves in financial turmoil because of choices they’ve made. They might’ve been irresponsible with credit cards when they were younger or they might have mismanaged their money or overestimated their ability to pay back the money they borrowed. In other cases, people had little […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Credit Card Debt, Debt Relief

Sneaky Ways Debt Collectors Try to Take Your Money after You File for Bankruptcy and How to Protect Yourself

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

Jul 29th, 2019

Debt Collection, Personal Bankruptcy

Debt Collectors And Bankruptcy Tampa, Florida.

Bankruptcy and Sneaky Debt Collectors Filing for bankruptcy triggers something known as the “automatic stay.” This is a legal term that means creditors and debt collectors are barred from trying to collect a debt against you. If they continue to take collection actions against you it can affect their ability to recover any money in […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Discharge, Debt Collectors

What is an Obligatory Debt and How Is It Affected by Bankruptcy?

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

Jul 26th, 2019

Personal Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy And Cross-Collateralization In Tampa, Florida.

Obligatory Debts and Bankruptcy There are all different kinds of debts and all of them are affected differently when you file for bankruptcy. A dischargeable or non-obligatory debt can be eliminated in bankruptcy, which means you’ll no longer be legally responsible for paying it and the creditor will be barred from attempting to collect on […]

Tags: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Attorney, Bankruptcy Questions, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt, Obligatory Debt

Tampa Bankruptcy Law Blog

How Do You “Declare Bankruptcy”?

What Does a Float Do in Bankruptcy?

Why Filing for Bankruptcy Can Be a Smart Decision

Will My Spending Be Monitored If I File for Bankruptcy?

Buying a Home after Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Red Flags: How to Avoid Suspicion of Fraud When You File

Can Bankruptcy Help After a Creditor Has Filed a Lawsuit?

Has Life Pushed You Into Bankruptcy? How to Make the Best of Your Situation

Sneaky Ways Debt Collectors Try to Take Your Money after You File for Bankruptcy and How to Protect Yourself

What is an Obligatory Debt and How Is It Affected by Bankruptcy?

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