Keeping the Emotions Out of a Bankruptcy Filing When you are struggling to put your financial affairs in order, you need to focus on financial matters. Far too often, people will let emotions interfere with financial decisions — they won’t make … [Read more...]
The Fresh-Start Factor in Bankruptcy
Getting a Fresh Start in Bankruptcy When you have fallen behind in your financial obligations, there are times when you can put a plan in place and bring everything current within a reasonable period of time. But there are also situations in which … [Read more...]
Should You File a Joint Bankruptcy Petition if You Are Married?
Under the bankruptcy law, if you are married, you can choose to file a joint bankruptcy petition, or you can file individually. Before you file, you need to take a careful look at your situation and what you want to accomplish, so that you take the … [Read more...]
What is the Impact of Filing for Bankruptcy During a Divorce?
One of the unfortunate byproducts of divorce is the financial hardship that can affect one or both parties. You may fear that creditors will pursue you for debts incurred by your former spouse. You may have a house that you can’t afford, but that you … [Read more...]