Should I borrow from family or friends to pay my debts?
Overwhelming debt creates enormous stress in a household. Collection agencies may be continually harassing you by [...]
Beware of payday loans
It seems like a quick, easy fix. You’ve found yourself short of cash until your next [...]
Stopping a Wage Garnishment
It can be embarrassing to hear from your employer that your wages have been garnisheed. Nobody [...]
Your credit bureau reports
When applying for any type of credit, the lender will request a copy of your credit [...]
Bankruptcy and your spouse
We often get asked – what happens to my spouse if I file for bankruptcy? Marital [...]
What happens to my student loan in a bankruptcy?
This is a common question with a relatively simple answer. If you have been out of [...]
Is there life after bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy is not a life sentence –you will have your financial life back once [...]
Will I lose my house in a bankruptcy?
As stressful as the decision to file bankruptcy is, it’s even more so if you own [...]
Warning Signs of Financial Difficulty
You may have been struggling with your debt for a while hoping things would get better [...]
The Aftermath – Rebuilding Credit
A personal bankruptcy will remain on your credit rating for six years from your discharge from bankruptcy. A consumer [...]
