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Looking for a Job— Bad Credit Can Haunt You

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

The country is trying to recover from recession, and it just seems more difficult for casualties of the economy. If you lose your job and try to find a new one, many employers will check your credit. It becomes a … Continue reading →

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An Oldie but a Goodie- How much does it Cost to File Bankruptcy?

Posted on April 20, 2013 by

This is a question that is very hard to answer without an attorney meeting with you. The legal fees and court costs of a bankruptcy are the last part of the process. First, the attorney needs to know which companies … Continue reading →

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Which is Better? Foreclosure or Bankruptcy?

Posted on January 26, 2013 by

Here is a question asked on AVVO.com: Is it better to file a bankruptcy than to have a foreclosure? We bought two houses, one a residential and one was made commercial (for rental purposes) but the second one needed a … Continue reading →

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I’m Expecting a Tax Refund—When Should I File Bankruptcy?

Posted on January 23, 2013 by

I’m Expecting a Tax Refund—When Should I File Bankruptcy? This is the time of year when people are preparing to file their income tax returns. Most of the clients I see are expecting, and hoping for, a large tax refund. … Continue reading →

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How long does bankruptcy take?

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

This was a question asked on AVVO, and here is my answer: A bankruptcy case, generally, takes about 5-6 months from the date it is filed to the “discharge” or end of the case, if it is a Chapter 7 … Continue reading →

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We filed for Ch 13 bankruptcy, but I’m thinking about divorcing. Should I file for ch 7 before divorce or whats best option?

Posted on January 9, 2013 by

Question: We filed for Ch 13 bankruptcy, but I’m thinking about divorcing. , Should I file for ch 7 before divorce or whats best option? We are one year into our Ch 13 plan with 100% repayment. We have stopped … Continue reading →

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Bankruptcy and Divorce: Getting through the Maze

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

Dealing with financial problems is not easy. When clients are also dealing with divorce issues, it makes their situation much more difficult. Most of the time, when clients call me, the bankruptcy lawyer, they are already separated and trying to … Continue reading →

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What to Do If You Were Just Served with Foreclosure Papers- See My Answer

Posted on December 8, 2012 by

Question: I was just served foreclosure papers. now what.. I know I have to go to court, but when shoulkd i get a lawyer invloved. thanks. I will also be looking for an attorney specializing in this field. My answer: … Continue reading →

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Another Fiscal Cliff? Mortgage Forgiveness Tax Relief Act Set to Expire January 1st, 2013.

Posted on November 25, 2012 by

You would have to be living in a cave not to have heard about the “Fiscal Cliff” that will happen if Congress doesn’t come up with a financial deal by the end of the year. But another law is set … Continue reading →

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Which is Better, Short Sale or Foreclosure after Bankruptcy?

Posted on November 12, 2012 by

This has been a nagging question for many people faced with a house that is “under water” (not literally, though unfortunately some homes have been literally under water due to Hurricane Sandy recently). By “under water” I mean that more … Continue reading →

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