Posts by Christopher Ross Morgan
When Should I File Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Athens, GA?
When creditors make unreasonable payment demands and/or threaten your family, you should at least consider filing bankruptcy. A voluntary bankruptcy petition is the only way for your family to get a fresh start away from…
Read MoreHow Does Foreclosure Work in Georgia?
If you have been struggling to make your mortgage payments and you are headed towards foreclosure, it’s important to understand how this process works in the state of Georgia. Since Georgia is a “non-judicial foreclosure…
Read MoreHow to Talk to Your Parents About Bankruptcy in Athens, GA
If your parents are still connected to your financial life or simply involved in your well being, there may come a time when you will need to talk to your parents about bankruptcy. Needless to…
Read MoreWhat Is a Bankruptcy Discharge in Athens, Georgia?
When a person files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, their intention is to have as many of their debts discharged as possible. But what is a bankruptcy discharge, and how does it work in Georgia? When…
Read MoreIs Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Still Available in Athens, GA?
If credit card companies had their way back in 2005, the answer to this question would be “no.” To end Chapter 7 abuses, such as a debtor putting a trip to the Moon on a…
Read MoreWhat Happens When You File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Athens Georgia?
The fear of the unknown is one of the main reasons people suffer from bankruptcy phobia, which is an unreasonable fear of bankruptcy. It is understandable that people might be afraid of what happens when…
Read MoreDo I Have Any Other Options Besides Filing Bankruptcy in Georgia?
Until recently, a number of very attractive bankruptcy alternatives were available in Georgia. Unfortunately these options aren’t nearly as attractive as they were in 2015. While there are other option besides filing for bankruptcy in…
Read MoreHow Long Does Chapter 13 Stay on Your Credit Report?
In most cases, a Chapter 13 filing stays on a credit report for seven years. That’s substantially less time than a Chapter 7, because in a Chapter 13, debtors repay all their delinquent secured debts, such…
Read MoreDoes Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cover Student Loans in Georgia?
Yes, Chapter 13 bankruptcy can cover student loans, but only if “undue hardship” can be proven. This makes the question of does Chapter 13 bankruptcy cover student loans complicated. Since they are government guaranteed, student…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Take in Georgia?
Largely depending on your income, Chapter 13 bankruptcy usually takes three or five years in Georgia. However, as outlined below, it’s usually possible to extend this time period. It’s also often possible to exit bankruptcy…
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