When you are facing debt you can’t repay, you may decide that bankruptcy is your best option. But that is just the first step to deciding when and how to file. Choosing between a Chapter 7 vs Chapter 13 bankruptcy is just as important. Which one is…
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It is fairly common knowledge that you can’t get rid of your student loans by filing for bankruptcy. While there are rare exceptions, student loans are non-dischargeable and will be with you even after the bankruptcy is over. But there are other wa…
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It’s tax season, and that means many Michigan families are looking forward to receiving and spending their tax refund. Michigan taxpayers often rely on these annual refunds to pay for everything from past-due credit card debt to new glasses. But wh…
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When you file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy it will affect your personal life and your credit report. You may feel ashamed that your financial situation has taken a turn for the worse and want to keep it private. But there are certain people who should kno…
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When you are considering bankruptcy, you probably have a few different priorities: to get out from under your debt and keep as much of your property as you can. But not all debts are created equal, and some are treated differently depending on the ty…
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When you have fallen behind on your payments and are facing mounting debts, your may find yourself considering bankruptcy. Filing for bankruptcy can be a useful way to get a new start, but it isn’t right for everyone. Find out when you shouldn&…
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A Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a good option for wage earners looking to protect their family’s assets and catch up on past-due debts. But what happens after filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be something of a mystery. Here’s what to expec…
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For many people, the biggest thing keeping them from talking to a bankruptcy attorney is the fear of what it will do to their credit scores. There’s no denying a bankruptcy will hurt your ability to get financing. But there are strategies that…
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Bankruptcy almost always comes on the heels of mounting debt or financial crisis. That means there isn’t much money left to go toward court costs, attorney fees, and other expenses related to the bankruptcy process. In the face of monthly payme…
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Some people know that a Chapter 13 bankruptcy can save their most treasured assets. They may have heard that Chapter 13 can be “better” than Chapter 7. Depending on your circumstances, that could be true, or false. How can you tell if you…
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