When you file bankruptcy, they make it hard to pay your car payment

When you file bankruptcy, they make it hard to pay your car payment. Be prepared to use the mail. You file bankruptcy and you want to keep your car. You know that means you need to keep paying. Seems like the car finance people would welcome your payments; but they make it hard. That may […]

The Meeting of the Creditors

Filing for bankruptcy can be a hard experience. It can be upsetting when a debtor finds themselves overwhelmed with debts and in over their heads. While many debtors may agree that anonymously filing for bankruptcy may be preferred, it’s not. One critical component to filing for bankruptcy is the creditors’ meeting, otherwise known as the 341 meeting. Be aware that both your bankruptcy trustee and lawyer will play a critical role; the creditors’ meeting is vital to the bankruptcy process.

The Meeting of the Creditors

Filing for bankruptcy can be a hard experience. It can be upsetting when a debtor finds themselves overwhelmed with debts and in over their heads. While many debtors may agree that anonymously filing for bankruptcy may be preferred, it’s not. One critical component to filing for bankruptcy is the creditors’ meeting, otherwise known as the 341 meeting. Be aware that both your bankruptcy trustee and lawyer will play a critical role; the creditors’ meeting is vital to the bankruptcy process.

The Meeting of the Creditors

Filing for bankruptcy can be a hard experience. It can be upsetting when a debtor finds themselves overwhelmed with debts and in over their heads. While many debtors may agree that anonymously filing for bankruptcy may be preferred, it’s not. One critical component to filing for bankruptcy is the creditors’ meeting, otherwise known as the 341 meeting. Be aware that both your bankruptcy trustee and lawyer will play a critical role; the creditors’ meeting is vital to the bankruptcy process.

How to Avoid phishing, smishing, vishing, and other scams

FDIC Consumer News: Beware, It’s a Scam!
Avoid phishing, smishing, vishing, and other scams
FDIC Consumer News – October 2020

City Council set to vote on new office to regulate NYC taxi medallion sales

 https://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/ny-tlc-taxi-medallion-oversight-20201015-2pyve3pmfreuvfsii6mpjh43ta-story.htmlOriginally appeared on NY Daily NewsNew York City Council members hope a new office within the Taxi and Limousine Commission will keep taxi medallion owners from being taken for a ride.The Council on Thursday will vote on a bill to establish a new “Office of Financial Stability” within the TLC designed to kee

Consumer Bankruptcy: Types of Bankruptcies

Deciding to file for bankruptcy is one thing, but knowing which types of bankruptcies to file is another. Individuals who are struggling with debt can avail of the different types of bankruptcies to eliminate or restructure their debts, but it’s important to know how your circumstances affect your bankruptcy filing. This article discusses the requirements for eligibility and advantages of the two types of consumer bankruptcy: Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Don’t Fall Into a Student Loan Relief Scam.

The following is a warning from the Federal Trade Commission regarding scams you may receive about your student loans.  Read the warning and watch the very short video.
October 13, 2020, by Traci Armani, Consumer Education Specialist, Division of Consumer & Business Education, FTC

How do I Repair my Credit after Bankruptcy in California?

Once you have completed your bankruptcy and received your discharge order from the court, you will want to move forward financially. But what do you do? After your debt is eliminated, how do you repair your credit? Can you? Our experienced California attorney’s answer to that last question is a resounding “yes.” Below, the “how” […]

The Process of Engaging in Debt Counseling

Debt can be all-consuming, making it incredibly difficult to keep up with financial obligations. It’s only natural for debtors that their sights set to filing for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Be aware that, for debtors, Chapter 7 is the most widely used filing, and not just anybody can file. There are many standards that debtors must meet to qualify for Chapter 7. Whether debtors choose to file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, they must first undergo debt counseling.

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