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How Many Payments before Car Repossession in Georgia

May 14, 2026

You miss a car payment, tell yourself you'll catch it up next check, and keep going to work, school drop-off, and doctor visits like normal. In Georgia, that assumption can be dangerous. A lot of…

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What To Do If You Are Being Sued For Debt In Georgia

May 13, 2026

The envelope usually arrives on an ordinary day. Then you open it, see a court caption, a plaintiff's name, and allegations about a debt you may or may not fully recognize. It's common to feel…

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Can You Settle Debt After Being Sued? 2026 Guide

May 12, 2026

Yes, you can settle debt after being sued, and creditors often accept 30% to 50% of the debt before judgment or 40% to 60% below the judgment amount after judgment when it makes economic sense.…

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What Debts Should I Stop Paying Before Bankruptcy in 2026

May 11, 2026

When money is tight, the first question isn't usually, "Should I file bankruptcy?" The more immediate concern is: Which bill do I pay this week, and which one can wait? That question usually shows up…

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How to File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Georgia

Many people who never considered bankruptcy before now see Chapter 7 as a legitimate option. That’s largely because the Supreme Court has eroded some key protections in the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Therefore, creditors…

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How Long Does Bankruptcy Stay on Your Credit Report in Georgia?

By the book, bankruptcy filings generally remain on credit reports for seven years (Chapter 13) or ten years (Chapter 7). These time periods sometimes prevent people from filing necessary bankruptcies. But there is more to…

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What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Thousands of people in and around Athens struggle with mountains of unsecured debt. These individuals basically have two choices. They can continue to struggle and hope for the best, or they can take drastic action…

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Cost to File Bankruptcy in Athens

How Much Does It Cost to File Bankruptcy in Athens?

As of January 1, 2020, bankruptcy filing fees are typical $310 for a Chapter 13 and $335 for a Chapter 7. These fees might be slightly higher in some jurisdictions. Trustees (people who oversee cases…

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The importance of making sure you include all debts in a Georgia bankruptcy petition

Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy should provide the filer with a new beginning. However, if certain mistakes are made along the way, filers may find that some of their debt survives the bankruptcy. In such…

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Tips for Buying a House After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy it may feel as though you will never be able to afford a large purchase again. This can be very scary but it is not true. There are a few things…

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