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What Happens to Your Car in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Depends on Your Payment Status and Value
Why Debtors Choose Chapter 13 Over Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Why It May Be Better For You
Many of our clients that come in for their initial free consultation aren't sure which type of bankruptcy is best for them and many aren't clear on the differences between the most common chapters – seven and thirteen. Our first job is to educate you ...
Can Bankruptcy Stop Eviction? Tips for North Carolina Renters in Debt and Behind on Rent
Are you behind on your rent and other bills? Is your landlord making threats of eviction? Has an eviction suit been filed? Filing bankruptcy can help stop the eviction process and give you more time to work out an arrangement with your landlord to either ...
4 Surefire Signs That You Should Seriously Consider Filing Bankruptcy – Tips for NC Consumers
Bankruptcy is a serious step and not something to be taken lightly. It's also not a solution that can be implemented time and again. There are stringent waiting periods between filing bankruptcy chapters, so you must make sure that the time is right and that ...
In Honor of Cinco de Mayo – A Look at How Debt Affects Latino Consumers in North Carolina
In case you didn't know, Cinco de Mayo is a celebration that's largely limited to the US and isn't traditionally celebrated in Central or South America except in the state of Puebla in Mexico where it commemorates the Mexican Army's victory over the French in ...
Want to See How a Chapter 13 Works? Read an Interview with a Raleigh Bankruptcy Filer
If you're struggling with debt and have fallen behind on your car loan, mortgage and other bills, you are likely wondering how to get out of the financial mess you're in. For many people, bankruptcy may be a viable solution. There are two main types ...
How Bankruptcy Can Benefit You If You Are 55 or Older to Protect Your Retirement
If you're in your retirement years, or getting close, and you've got overwhelming debt, now is a good time to consider filing bankruptcy to protect your retirement accounts and get a financial fresh start to make your golden years a bit brighter. Many circumstances can ...
Bankruptcy and Taxes - 3 Ways to Deal with Back Tax Debts
Owing back taxes is not a reason by itself to consider filing bankruptcy. But if you've got a mountain of other debts that you simply can't service, filing bankruptcy may make sense, and attempting to get back tax debts discharged makes even more sense. But ...
How to Protect Yourself from a Lien That Shows Up After Your Bankruptcy Discharge
For those deep in debt without the resources to service their debts, filing a Raleigh bankruptcy may be the best option to get a financial fresh start. Chapter 7 bankruptcy can clear out credit card bills, medical bills, most liens and other unsecured debts that ...