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Can Private Debtors Garnish Disability Benefits in Georgia?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | January 20, 2025
Disability Benefits in Georgia

Social Security benefits are a critical source of income for many individuals, so understanding whether they can be garnished is essential. You might be asking: Can Social Security be garnished in Georgia? In Georgia, Social…

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How To File Chapter 13 in Georgia

By Lee Paulk Morgan | January 16, 2025
Chapter 13 in Georgia

If you’re dealing with significant debt but want to keep your assets, you may be wondering: How do I file Chapter 13 in Georgia? To file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Georgia, you must first complete…

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Can a Creditor Garnish My Wages After 7 Years in Georgia?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | December 16, 2024
Wage Garnishment in Georgia

Dealing with debt can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to wage garnishment. If you’re in Georgia, you might ask, Can a creditor garnish my wages after seven years? Here’s the answer. In Georgia, creditors…

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5 Ways to Avoid Common Debt Pitfalls with Smart Financial Tools

By Lee Paulk Morgan | December 3, 2024

Debt management is a crucial part of maintaining financial stability, whether for personal or business finances. Mistakes like overborrowing, missing payments, or unsecured transactions can create financial strain. By adopting proactive strategies and leveraging modern…

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Is Workers Compensation Considered Income for Bankruptcies?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | December 1, 2024
Workers Compensation in Bankruptcies

If you’re considering bankruptcy, you may be wondering: Is workers’ compensation considered income for bankruptcies? Yes, workers’ compensation benefits are generally considered income in bankruptcy. They are included in the means test calculation to determine…

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Income and Debt Qualifications for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in GA

By Lee Paulk Morgan | October 22, 2024
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

To qualify for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Georgia, you must have a regular source of income sufficient to cover both your living expenses and the repayment plan. There are also debt limits: your unsecured debts…

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What Happens if You Transfer Money Before Filing Bankruptcy in Georgia?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | September 16, 2024
Transfer Assets

Transfer of assets before bankruptcy can have serious consequences. Bankruptcy trustees can: Reverse fraudulent transfers to recover assets. Investigate financial transactions before filing. Report hidden assets to the court. Lee Paulk MorganLee Paulk Morgan With…

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Can I Keep The Furniture I Am Financing After I File For Bankruptcy In Georgia?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | August 24, 2024
Bankruptcy In Georgia

Yes, you can keep the furniture financed in Georgia after bankruptcy. Georgia exempts a portion of household goods, including furniture. The exemption is $5,000 for single filers and $10,000 for married couples filing jointly. There’s…

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Can I Keep My Bonuses and Tax Refunds in My Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case in Georgia?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | August 1, 2024
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case

Yes, you can keep bonuses & tax refunds in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy (GA). Full repayment plans (100%) likely allow you to keep them. In partial plans, the trustee might require using them to pay the…

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What Happens to 401K Accounts and 401K Loans after Bankruptcy in Georgia?

By Lee Paulk Morgan | July 16, 2024
401K Accounts

If you’re wondering, what Happened to 401K accounts and 401K loans after bankruptcy in Georgia? To break it down, the concise answer is: 401K Accounts: Generally protected under federal law and not part of the…

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