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A common bankruptcy myth is that filing bankruptcy will ruin your credit for the future. The truth is, most people find their credit improves following a bankruptcy. While a bankruptcy will be recorded on your credit score for up to ten years, it is not the end of the road for obtaining credit. You can…

Having debt is not always a bad thing. In fact, a high credit score is often the result of debt. However, debt can quickly go from helping your credit profile to hurting it when debt begins to outweigh income. Further, the type of debt you carry may have a significant impact on your credit profile.…

Many people are facing growing medical debt burdens and the risk of losing their homes or property as a result. While some people may seek debt relief through a settlement or consolidation loan, filing for bankruptcy may be more beneficial. There are several reasons bankruptcy may be the best choice for medical debt relief. Bankruptcy…

If you’re facing trouble paying your utilities, your options may be limited. While you might qualify for a payment plan or loan with your utility company; that option is often counterproductive when they add in the interest rates to an already delinquent balance. You could also ask a friend or family member to help you…

Over the last decade, healthcare legislation reforms have focused on lowering the burden many face as the result of medical costs. However, research shows that medical debts and expensive medical bills are one of the leading causes of bankruptcy filings in the United States. In fact, numerous studies have shown that over 60 percent of…

Debt collectors make their living by harassing you for money owed to creditors. Unfortunately, the debt collector on the other end of the phone is simply the messenger; subjected to the emotional pleas of the debtor. While debt collectors can be relentless and rude at times, you do have rights when it comes to dealing…

Filing for bankruptcy is not a decision people arrive at with ease or swiftness, as it often is a stressful process that is one of last resort. The complicated nature of the bankruptcy process isn’t easy to navigate if you are not a highly trained lawyer. While you can file for bankruptcy on your own,…

When you successfully resolve and complete a bankruptcy, some of your debts will be labeled as “discharged”. This means that your debts are no longer enforceable for collections by the creditor. This is the ultimate goal of filing for bankruptcy and the desired outcome by anyone seeking its protection. The end result of a successful…

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (this is part of the Consumer Credit Protection Act) provides consumers with protections against unlawful or unethical debt collection practices. Under the FDCPA, debt collectors must follow certain rules about contacting consumers. For example, debt collectors generally have to stop trying to collect a debt that becomes past-due 90 days,…

This year has been filled with unexpected events and outcomes for many families. A turbulent economy, unexpected challenges in careers, and the loss of the comforting sense of status quo have all presented unique challenges to daily life. In times of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to keep a close hand on your…