One of the most common reasons why people file bankruptcy is to stop harassment from debt collectors.  Debtors who file for protection should be aware of their rights and how to protect them.  With a large number of people struggling during these hard economic times, debt collectors will do whatever it takes to collect payment. [...]

Some religions forbid people from charging interest on money loaned. A New York bankruptcy court shows that it doesn’t need to stand in the way of commerce.

  When you decide to work with us to determine if Arizona bankruptcy is the right choice for you, we will want to review all of your property (assets) and your debts. To read more about the kinds of information we will want, read our article on “Gathering All the Facts.” We will also want [...]

Peggy Tanous, former star of the television series “Real Housewives of Orange County” files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection.  Known as a wealthy party girl to TV viewers, her financial liabilities include owing millions to a number of creditors including credit card companies, mortgage loans, and property taxes.  Even though she reportedly owes millions, Tanous [...]

  When you decide to work with us to determine if Arizona bankruptcy is the right choice for you, we will want to review all of your property (assets) and your debts.

You may be able to settle your federal student loans.
You probably know that there are only two guarantees in life – death and taxes.
And you’ve also been told that when it comes to federal student loan debt, you’re on the hook for the full balance.

Bringing you the most up-to-date news, tips and blogs throughout the web. Here’s your Bankruptcy Update for June 11, 2013 Could BofA Still Toss Countrywide into Bankruptcy? National Envelope Hopes To Lick Bankruptcy Filing Arcapita’s novel sharia bankruptcy plan approved

Filing bankruptcy can give you the relief you need when the time is right to file.  Some people are quick to say that the process may do more harm than good, but for many who have filed (including a long list of celebrities), it is the beginning of a getting your finances and your life [...]

This is part of our series on How To File Bankruptcy.
When you file bankruptcy, a failure to list all personal property may mean you don’t get to keep it.

If your car has been repossessed and you live in California, your life may get a lot more difficult. Or not.
Most people think that if they don’t pay the car loan, the lender will come to repossess the vehicle. Once that’s done, they figure it’s all over.