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Why You Must Pay Your Mortgage Directly After Filing Chapter 13

If you are behind on your mortgage, you can use Chapter 13 to stop a pending foreclosure and repay missed payments over the 5 year term of your Chapter 13 plan. However, filing your Chapter 13 case is only the first step in saving your home.

Why You Must Pay Your Mortgage Directly After Filing Chapter 13

If you are behind on your mortgage, you can use Chapter 13 to stop a pending foreclosure and repay missed payments over the 5 year term of your Chapter 13 plan. However, filing your Chapter 13 case is only the first step in saving your home.

Georgia Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Mortgage Lenders Over Homeowners in Important Decision

A 2017 ruling by the Georgia Supreme Court most likely represents a significant weakening to a consumer protection provi

Georgia Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Mortgage Lenders Over Homeowners in Important Decision

A 2017 ruling by the Georgia Supreme Court most likely represents a significant weakening to a consumer protection pro

What Happens After Your Chapter 13 Plan is Confirmed?

When your Chapter 13 plan is confirmed, it means that the bankrup

What Happens After Your Chapter 13 Plan is Confirmed?

When your Chapter 13 plan is confirmed, it means that the bankr

What is the Secret to Making Your Chapter 13 Plan Work?

 After 25+ years representing hardworking but financially struggling men and women in the Atlanta area, I can report to you that the #1 secret to surviving Chapter 13 is living below your means. This can mean you have to make some difficult choices.Chapter 13 Trustees are Increasingly DemandingWhen you enter Chapter 13, you need to eliminate the “wants” in your life in exchange for the “needs.” I advise my clients that if you find yourself meeting with a bankruptcy lawyer, everything needs to be on the table.

What is the Secret to Making Your Chapter 13 Plan Work?

 After 25+ years representing hardworking but financially struggling men and women in the Atlanta area, I can report to you that the #1 secret to surviving Chapter 13 is living below your means. This can mean you have to make some difficult choices.Chapter 13 Trustees are Increasingly DemandingWhen you enter Chapter 13, you need to eliminate the “wants” in your life in exchange for the “needs.” I advise my clients that if you find yourself meeting with a bankruptcy lawyer, everything needs to be on the table.

Comedian John Oliver Explains the Debt Buying “Industry” and Zombie Debt

Late night comedian John Oliver recently offered his unique and humorous take on the debt buying industry, noting that collection agencies are responsible for more lawsuits than any other type of plaintiff, and that many of these lawsuits claim money damages for zombie debt.

Comedian John Oliver Explains the Debt Buying “Industry” and Zombie Debt

Late night comedian John Oliver recently offered his unique and humorous take on the debt buying industry, noting that collection agencies are responsible for more lawsuits than any other type of plaintiff, and that many of these lawsuits claim money damages for zombie debt.

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