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Debt relief guide: What to know
Have you tried different approaches to pay down your debt but aren’t having much luck? Or maybe your monthly debt payments are too much for your budget. Either way, you’ve likely considered researching [...]
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What is unsecured debt?
Personal loans and student loans are common types of unsecured debt.
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How soon can you file Chapter 13 after Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
A past Chapter 7 case won’t stop you from a future Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
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5 ‘must-haves’ to finding a bankruptcy lawyer
Selecting the right lawyer can mean the difference between eventual rebound and long-term pain.
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Americans’ paycheck puzzle: Almost 2 in 3 workers got a pay increase this year — but say they lost ground to inflation
Americans are still earning raises — but they’re often falling short of inflation.
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What is a lein and how do you avoid one?
There are several types of liens. If one is hanging over you, don’t take it lightly.
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What is debt settlement and what are the risks?
When your bills are overwhelming, debt settlement is one way forward.
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Keep your car in bankruptcy by working with your lender and the court
Bankruptcy doesn’t have to mean losing your wheels. What can you do to keep them?
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What assets can creditors take away in a bankruptcy?
When filing Chapter 7, you must disclose all assets, but it doesn’t mean you can’t keep some.
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The 5 most common types of bankruptcy
These are the five most common models of bankruptcy. Learn how they operate and who they’re good for.
4 min read Nov 20, 2023