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How Does Filing for Bankruptcy Affect Getting a Job?
Are you facing bankruptcy? A common fear among those who face bankruptcy is the possibility that it will hinder their ability to find a job. What does bankruptcy do to a job search? Do you…
Read More5 Ways to Avoid Common Debt Pitfalls with Smart Financial Tools
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…
Read MoreWhat is a “cram down” and how can it help Georgia bankruptcy filers?
In Georgia, there are two different kinds of bankruptcies for individual filers. In a Chapter 7 “liquidation” bankruptcy, the court appoints a trustee who will oversee the sale of the filer’s assets. The proceeds of…
Read MoreChapter 11 bankruptcies are up 63 percent
Chapter 11 bankruptcies occur when companies file for bankruptcy in order to protect themselves from creditors and to restructure their debt into something more manageable. This process is overseen by a Federal bankruptcy judge. Usually,…
Read MoreToys “R” Us not going bankrupt after all
In the early summer of 2018, one of the largest and most iconic toy stores shocked the world by closing almost all of its 800 stores. Toys R Us was already in Chapter 11 bankruptcy…
Read MoreBankruptcies soar among the elderly
A 2018 study has shown that bankruptcies among the elderly have increased over the last several years at a significant rate. From 1991 to 2016, the study indicated that bankruptcies of people 65 and older…
Read MoreThe easiest ways to save money after bankruptcy
Life after a bankruptcy can be a tough. Sure, the knowledge that your debts have been wiped out is good, but sometimes there is a sense of failure. There is also the fear that you…
Read MorePrivacy considerations in bankruptcy cases
Many people facing the prospect of filing a personal bankruptcy are concerned about the loss of privacy that could occur when their financial affairs become a matter of public record. This is a reasonable concern.…
Read MoreCan student loans be discharged in bankruptcy?
The spotlight on student loan defaults has grown brighter the past five years, yet the ever-growing student loan crisis crippling the financial futures of many students in college and beyond has yet to be solved…
Read MoreDo I have to file a joint bankruptcy with my spouse?
It is no secret married couples do a lot of things together, such as raise children and pay taxes. Something else they can do as a unit, but do not have to, is file a…
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