Articles from Miami Bankruptcy Law Blog

Correcting Your Credit Report:


The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) provides a consumer with certain rights regarding his file in the credit bureau. The FCRA was enacted to promote the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information in the files of a credit bureau.

Saving Your Home from Foreclosure under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 bankruptcy is often used to save a person's home or investment property  from foreclosure.

Options for the Distressed Florida Homeowner

Summary

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan

The bankruptcy code requires a chapter 13 debtor to file a chapter 13 plan. The chapter 13 debtor has the exclusive right to file a plan as chapter 13 is a voluntary proceeding. If the debtor fails to file a plan, the case may be dismissed or converted to chapter 7.

Credit Counseling Prior to Bankruptcy

The bankruptcy code requires that an individual seeking to file for bankruptcy relief must take a certain approve credit counseling course during the 180 days prior to the filing of the case.

Student Loans

Experts state that by early 2013, the amount of student loan debt in the United States surpassed $1 trillion and that nearly 20% of Americans households owe on student loans.

Cancellation or Rescission

Cancellation or rescission generally refers to a process by which a court terminates or cancels a contract or other instrument.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Discharge

The discharge of debt in a chapter 13 case is granted after a person completes performance under his chapter 13 plan. Chapter 13 plan are generally three to five years in length.

Action Against Medical Debt Collector

The federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (the "CFPB") announced today that it has taken action against a medical debt collection company in regard to the manner it handled consumer credit reporting disputes and consumer debt collection rights.

Personal Bankruptcy in Florida

What types of bankruptcy are available?

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