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Financial Mistakes That Lead to Bankruptcy – and How to Avoid Them

Life happens. And while there are some things out of your control (even financially), there are also ways to drive yourself closer to the point where you need to file for bankruptcy. Have you made financial mistakes that lead to bankruptcy? No one sets out in their adult years with the intention of filing for…

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Who Can File for Chapter 12 Bankruptcy?

Who can file for Chapter 12 bankruptcy? Chapter 12 is not your average consumer bankruptcy. Instead, it is reserved for those designated as family farmers or fishermen. You must have a regular income from these sources and prove you face financial distress to qualify. Also, Chapter 12 is not a bankruptcy that erases your debts….

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What Does It Cost to File Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

What does it cost to file Chapter 11 bankruptcy? One common question attorneys receive when a client is considering bankruptcy is how much it will cost. After all, you are overburdened with endless debts and barely scraping by financially. While bankruptcy provides relief from creditors and liabilities, you still must pay for that relief. So,…

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Debts You Keep Even after Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

If you plan to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you might be under the false presumption that you will have all your debts erased and start over fresh. But there are debts you keep even after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. While Chapter 7 does dissolve most debt obligations, there are some that stick around…

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Prevent Filing for Bankruptcy Again by Following These Tips

Filing for bankruptcy the first time can be devastating. You feel as though you have failed yourself financially, and maybe failed your loved ones. It is embarrassing to get up in front of a judge and admit that you cannot pay your bills and you need a bailout. How can you prevent filing for bankruptcy…

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10 Common Mistakes to Avoid Before Filing for Bankruptcy

No one goes through life with the intention of filing for bankruptcy. It is easy to make mistakes before and during the process. What are common mistakes to avoid before filing for bankruptcy? While these mistakes might seem minor, they could be detrimental to your bankruptcy case – and even result in a dismissal. It…

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The Criteria for Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

What are the criteria for filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy? Before October 2005, a bankruptcy court judge would decide who qualified for Chapter 7. This gave judges an exceptional amount of discretion, and often consumers who should not have filed for Chapter 7 were able to do so – instead of using Chapter 13 bankruptcy….

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Tips for Cleaning Up Your Consumer Credit Report

Do you need help cleaning up your consumer credit report? Your consumer credit report can determine everything from getting approved for a home loan, to getting money for your education, to getting a job. Five percent of consumers in the United States have errors on their credit report that could lead to unfair denials, says…

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Does Bankruptcy Make Sense for Your Financial Situation?

Does bankruptcy make sense for your financial situation? Deciding if you should file for bankruptcy is never easy. The process takes time, costs money, and you are already struggling financially. When you file for bankruptcy, you lose control of how your assets and finances are handled. While there are reasons keeping you from filing for…

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Common Bankruptcy Myths Finally Debunked

Do you know the common bankruptcy myths? No one goes through life planning to file bankruptcy. Even those who know they need to file for bankruptcy have developed such a misguided view of this legal tool that they fear doing so. Bankruptcy is nothing to fear, and you should not give into the stigmas surrounding…

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