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Understanding Personal Bankruptcy Exemptions

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

Making Sense of Personal Bankruptcy Exemptions Declaring personal bankruptcy is often the right choice for those who are unable to pay their creditors because of certain circumstances in their life, such as medical bills, job loss, or a divorce. If you are thinking of declaring personal bankruptcy for these reasons, you may be wondering what [...]

When Personal Bankruptcy Leads to Divorce. Saving Your Sanity and Your Bank Account

Sunday, December 4th, 2011

So, you are thinking of declaring personal bankruptcy and are married. You have heard the conspiracies surrounding bankruptcy and divorce, and are becoming a little worried over how your debt will affect your marriage. You want to know whether these rumors are true, and whether declaring personal bankruptcy really does lead to divorce. Declaring personal [...]

Checking for Credit Report Errors Before Declaring Personal Bankruptcy

Sunday, October 23rd, 2011

Is it Time for Personal Bankruptcy or to Check Your Credit Report? Would it surprise you to find out that declaring personal bankruptcy is not always necessary? Many individuals who think about declaring personal bankruptcy may not even have to do so, because their credit reports have errors on them. These errors can prevent them [...]

Valuing Real Estate When You Declare Personal Bankruptcy

Saturday, October 1st, 2011

When you declare personal bankruptcy, keep in mind that the state you live in could affect what items you are allowed to keep and which ones you are not. Even though federal bankruptcy code declares what items can be kept, the personal bankruptcy code also allows states to choose whether they want to use the [...]

Is your Jewelry at Stake when you Declare Personal Bankruptcy?

Saturday, September 24th, 2011

Personal Bankruptcy Questions: If you are about to declare personal bankruptcy, you may be a bit concerned about what personal items you may lose during the course of the proceeding. This is a very legitimate concern for many individuals who own assets and are attempting to declare personal bankruptcy. Before you begin filing your paperwork, [...]

Can Facebook Ruin your Plans to Declare Personal Bankruptcy?

Friday, September 16th, 2011

Believe it or not, Facebook can cause you a lot of problems if you decide to declare personal bankruptcy, along with other social media sites. Here’s how. Be Careful on Facebook if You Plan to Declare Personal Bankruptcy Have you become a slave to the popular social media sites? Do you check your Facebook or [...]

Declare Personal Bankruptcy: Dismissal vs. Discharge

Saturday, September 10th, 2011

When you decide to declare personal bankruptcy, it is important you understand the differences between a dismissal and a discharge. One means you have been successful with your bankruptcy case, while the other means your case has failed. In order to more accurately understand the aspects of these two endings to your bankruptcy case, consider [...]

Should I Cash out my 401k or Declare Personal Bankruptcy?

Friday, August 26th, 2011

If you are drowning in a sea of debt and searching for a lifeline, you may be wondering whether you should declare personal bankruptcy or cash out your 401k to pay off what you owe. Either option has the potential to affect your finances for years to come, so being properly informed is your best [...]

Personal Bankruptcy vs. Foreclosure… How to Make the Right Decision

Saturday, July 30th, 2011

Deciding Between Personal Bankruptcy and Foreclosure? If you fall behind on your monthly payments, you may be faced with the tough decision whether to accept foreclosure or begin filing personal bankruptcy. Neither option may be appealing to you, but if you have to choose, it should be the lesser of the two evils. Both options [...]

Beware: Loan Modification Scams are Pushing Many to Declare Personal Bankruptcy

Saturday, July 16th, 2011

Over the past few years, loan modification scams have forced many individuals to declare personal bankruptcy. These scams will promise reduced rates and freedom from mortgages, but when you fall for them, you will only be left with the bank knocking at your door asking for the keys to your home. When you are pushed [...]