Is there anything worse than some hated ex coming back into your life? In some bankruptcy cases, it happens. Do you know that yuck feeling of hearing that voice inside your head say, “Oh no, now I have to deal with _________ again?” It makes my stomach hurt when I give people the bad news. […]
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During times when we are doing our best to flatten the curve of a novel pandemic, it’s important to practice social distancing. Unfortunately, for many who might be looking at the prospect of filing for bankruptcy, this creates a unique problem. In the state of Georgia, filing for Bankruptcy was something that is only done
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If you are reading this article, you are likely asking yourself whether declaring bankruptcy is the right way to manage your debts. While making this decision takes research and careful thought, its best to decide sooner rather than later to place yourself in a better position for success. Below is a quick article to help
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There are some situations where it may feel necessary to get a divorce that is quick, cheap, or both. While the circumstances leading up to these decisions vary depending on the individual, the end result is often the same: a botched job that is impossible to rework. What does a botched divorce look like, exactly?
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Perhaps as you read the headline to this blog post, you might have asked yourself: “How in the world could the corona virus and bankruptcy be connected in any way?” My answer is that our bankruptcy system will be crucial in assisting the citizens of our country in recovering from the economic fallout of the
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When a bank is about to take your home through foreclosure, filing bankruptcy is the obvious solution in many cases. Georgia has a nonjudicial foreclosure system which makes it extremely easy for a bank to take your home in 4 weeks if you don’t do anything to stop them. What Happens During the Foreclosure Process?
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Marriage can be a super scary proposition……especially when the love of your life is loaded down with debt. I want you to take a deep breath and relax because marrying a person who has tons of debt is not going to make you liable for said debt in any way shape or form. Georgia is
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If you are not joint on any debts, the answer is no. However, it is important to remember that even though your spouse may not be filing with you on the petition, their income and their individual debts may have an impact on your case. If you have joint debt with your spouse and you
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What kind of creditor is stupid enough to violate the bankruptcy laws and send collection letters to a debtor after the debt has been clearly discharged in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy? Answer: Nationstar Mortgage. In the case of Arlene Roth, she clearly intended to surrender her house in Chapter 13 bankruptcy case that was filed
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Have you gotten behind on your financial obligations? It doesn’t take long for the telephone calls about unpaid bills to begin. Persistent debt collectors apply pressure for the outstanding debt or late bill to be paid. As a result, you may feel desperate to stop creditors from calling you. Debt collectors are permitted to make
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