Represent Yourself For Free in Bankruptcy–Why Not?

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Why it is risky to represent yourself without an attorney in bankruptcy: A true story

Student Loan Relief in California May Be Near

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a new law has been proposed to prevent student loan lenders from garnishing wages

Why You Need To Research Your Bankruptcy Attorney Before Hiring

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Your bankruptcy attorney is an extension of you and you are responsible for whatever they do or don’t do on your behalf.

Who’s Sorry Now: Should You Apologize For Filing Bankruptcy?

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Should you apologize for filing bankruptcy or needing to file bankruptcy? One study says perhaps.

Bankruptcy Consultations: How Thorough Is your Attorney?

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Is your bankruptcy attorney asking enough questions and for sufficient information in your consultation?

Is it Getting Harder to Discharge Income Taxes in Bankruptcy?

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Certain taxes may no longer be dischargeable in certain bankruptcy courts if the returns were filed late.

Chapter 13 Debt Limits Increase April 1

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Good news for those that have been trying to qualify for Chapter 13, but couldn’t because you had too much debt.  Currently,  Chapter 13 has debt limitations of $360,475 for unsecured debt that is not contingent and is liquidated, and $1,081,400 for secured debt that is not contingent and is liquidated. And The New Chapter [...]

How to Avoid A Big Mistake Before Filing Bankruptcy

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A story describing why it is important to consult with a bankruptcy attorney before filing a bankruptcy case and provide the necessary information that attorney asks for.

How Long Can a Trustee Take My Assets in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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Can a bankruptcy trustee take assets years after you receive a discharge? How long can the Trustee keep the case open to pursue assets?

All I want For Christmas is….a Bankruptcy

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Financial debt problems may seem like the end of the world, but they are not. Bankruptcy offers the ability to get a fresh start and keys to a financial recovery.