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Bankruptcy and Divorce in Georgia – Which Should You File First?

April 21, 2024

Your situation may seem grim if you are concerned about timing for filing both bankruptcy and divorce in Georgia, but it is important to look at the positive outcomes. With Chapter 7 and Chapter 13,…

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How to Stop Wage Garnishment in Georgia

April 18, 2024

Wage garnishment can present a significant financial hurdle, especially when you are already struggling to meet your basic living expenses. In Georgia, understanding your rights and options is crucial to managing or halting a wage…

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Bankruptcy for Retirees – Protecting Your Golden Years in Georgia

April 14, 2024

Leaving the workforce is exciting as you think about the new opportunities that await you, but you could have significant concerns about retiring if you are in trouble with debt. You will no longer be…

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Dealing with Co-Signed or Joint Debts During Bankruptcy in Georgia

April 7, 2024

Facing decisions on how to manage debt is difficult enough for an individual, so you are dealing with additional challenges when your debt encompasses the financial interests of another person. Your debts are closely intertwined,…

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Filing for Bankruptcy

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…

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Can I Get my Possessions Back after I file for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

The decision to file for bankruptcy is never easy. People who are months behind in car payments, mortgage payments, owe back taxes, or other, similar financial hardships may find that filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy…

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Are All Student Loans Treated the Same in Bankruptcy?

Graduating from college can be an overwhelming time in anyone’s life. You’ve reached a major milestone — earning your degree. But even as you celebrate your achievement, worry lurks. Will you be able to support…

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Bankruptcy and Income Taxes – Everything You Need to Know

It’s income tax season again, and you may be wondering what happens when it’s time to file income tax in the midst of a bankruptcy proceeding. Many of our clients also have questions about whether…

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Tips to Filing an Emergency Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Claim

We know that the decision to file for bankruptcy is never an easy one. Most people give it a lot of consideration before taking the step. However, in some cases you don’t have that luxury….

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Divorce or Bankruptcy: Which One Comes First?

Going through bankruptcy is difficult by itself but going through divorce is equally stressful, painful, and financially devastating. Knowing the steps to take – and which order to take them in – can be a…

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The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Many people are unaware that there are multiple forms of bankruptcy. Most people are very familiar with Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but with Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you have to liquidate your assets and lose your property…

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What Is the Means Test?

Before you can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you must pass something called the means test. This test determines whether your income is low enough for you to qualify to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy under…

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