Bankruptcy has a bad rap. It's true. Working in bankruptcy, we see so many of the harsh realities our clients are facing each day. Outside the bankruptcy circle (including bankruptcy attorneys, financial advisors and even the courts), bankruptcy has a bad image. "Bankruptcy is great for people who rack up enormous debt and then can't...
[caption id="attachment_273" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Natural disasters often leave homeowners holding the bag on mortgages, property taxes and more."][/caption] We’ve all seen the devastating television footage of Mother Nature’s fury. From out of control wildfires in the Southwest to historic flooding and the ravages of hurricanes in the Northeast, it seems that no one is immune...
[caption id="attachment_118" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Past Due Notices and Collector Calls Can Push Debtors into a Rash Decision"][/caption] If the phone never stops ringing and bill collectors are harassing you morning, noon and night, you're not alone. With millions of Americans facing financial peril due to job loss, medical bills, or other financial hardships, it's no...
[caption id="attachment_10" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="The Credit Crunch Hits Home"][/caption] Like many Americans, nearly one in four today, you may be out of work and having difficulty paying your bills on time. The phone rings non-stop at home, the warning letters arrive daily, and you wonder if you will ever have another moment’s peace again. Consumers...