Sawin & Shea

MARCH 6, 2024

Two of the most common options for dealing with unmanageable debt are filing for bankruptcy and pursuing debt consolidation. Bankruptcy and debt consolidation are distinct solutions, each with advantages and potential drawbacks. A bankruptcy attorney can help you determine the best kind of bankruptcy filing for your circumstances.

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Credit Corp

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

This may influence which products we write about and where and how the product appears on a page. Getting back on your feet after bankruptcy can be a gradual process, but it doesn’t mean you have to give up on your dream of buying a home. In fact, buying a house is possible just a couple of years after you file for bankruptcy.

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UK debt collections

JANUARY 28, 2024

TV Legend Bill Roache is facing bankruptcy for a second time. ” HMRC explained a bankruptcy petition would be a “last resort” A spokesperson said: “When we file a petition for bankruptcy that is us applying to the court in order to allow us to obtain a bankruptcy order.

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Debt Free Colorado

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Are my Student Loan Debts Dischargeable in Bankruptcy? Student-loan holders now have a new path to freeing their debt through bankruptcy! If you’ve been worrying about how you can pay off your debts, read on to know if this applies to you! Broomfield Bankruptcy Attorney answers questions about the new ruling.

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Credit Corp

MAY 30, 2023

Bankruptcy can happen to anyone—despite their best efforts. And while most people understand that bankruptcy is generally bad for them, many don’t realize the details of how it can impact you. Read below to find out what happens to your credit score after bankruptcy and what you can do to repair your credit afterward.

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Sawin & Shea

DECEMBER 7, 2022

If you’re struggling with crippling debt this holiday season, filing for bankruptcy may be your best option for getting your finances back on track. Here’s what you need to know about getting through the holidays during bankruptcy. Here’s what you need to know about getting through the holidays during bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 12, 2021

As tax time approaches, it’s the perfect time to think about how you can make good financial decisions. For someone who’s pursuing Chapter 7 bankruptcy , this is especially important. Chapter 7 bankruptcies are liquidation bankruptcies, meaning non-exempt assets can be liquidated to pay your creditors back something.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 4, 2024

Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a positive step during a challenging time in your life. Instead of fighting with your creditors, you work with them proactively in the bankruptcy process to resolve your debts. In some cases, you may be eligible for a Bankruptcy Hardship Discharge.

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Credit Corp

MAY 3, 2023

If you decide to file for bankruptcy, you must next decide which type of bankruptcy is right for you. Bankruptcy can be complex, and even a small mistake in how you file can substantially change the outcome of your case. In This Piece Understand the Types of Bankruptcy How Do You Know Which Bankruptcy Type is Right for You?

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

An emergency bankruptcy is a bankruptcy filing method that expedites the filing process to stop creditors and bill collectors from seeking debts from borrowers. Individuals can file an emergency bankruptcy, also known as a skeleton bankruptcy, under Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. When to File an Emergency Bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

OCTOBER 11, 2023

People file for bankruptcy for any number of reasons, from job loss, to unpaid medical bills , to sky-high credit card bills. And it’s not an uncommon event either– roughly 375,000 people filed for bankruptcy in 2022 alone. There are some debts that filing for bankruptcy will not discharge. What do we mean by this?

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When filing for bankruptcy, you can discharge certain types of personal loans, meaning that you’re no longer legally responsible for paying off the debt. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, you need to know what personal loans you can discharge and which filing method suits your financial situation.

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 24, 2024

When you are overwhelmed by debt, you may start to wonder if declaring bankruptcy or pursuing debt consolidation is the better option. Understanding the key aspects of each can help you determine what is better, bankruptcy or debt consolidation, for your situation. Your credit rating is impacted less severely than bankruptcy.

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Debt Free Colorado

DECEMBER 30, 2023

Bankruptcy is Not Always Disadvantageous for Your Retirement Savings In today’s economic landscape, unforeseen challenges can lead individuals to consider bankruptcy as a viable option. One crucial aspect that often concerns people contemplating bankruptcy is the fate of their retirement savings.

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Sawin & Shea

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Many people hold misconceptions about filing for bankruptcy. Perhaps the most common misconception is the notion that filing for bankruptcy means that you lose all of your wealth and possessions. In this article, we discuss what exemptions you can expect and what you might lose when filing for bankruptcy.

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Roths Child Law

JANUARY 15, 2024

The discharge of debts at the end of bankruptcy proceedings is often the primary purpose of the process for filers. Individuals who file for personal bankruptcy derive numerous benefits, including an automatic stay that temporarily prevents collection activity. How long does it typically take to achieve that goal?

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 9, 2022

Bankruptcy can be an overwhelming and challenging process. On top of the stress and worry about your finances and what will happen to your property, there are countless proceedings and tons of paperwork to fill out. Understandably, this can make dealing with a bankruptcy seem impossible.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Although bankruptcy is often the only solution to get your finances back in order if you are struggling under mountains of debt, it does show up on your credit report for years, even after the bankruptcy has been discharged. In either case, speaking with a bankruptcy attorney may help.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 18, 2021

One issue that you may worry about when filing for bankruptcy is whether or not it will affect your employment. In the midst of a stressful financial time when you are having to accept the idea that your finances are changing, it is normal to believe that there is a stigma attached to bankruptcy. Bankruptcy Code (11 U.S.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Fortunately, Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers debt relief and a solution for stopping mortgage servicers from repossessing your home. Saving Your Home From Foreclosure Through Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers a solution if you’ve fallen behind on monthly mortgage payments. What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?

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Roths Child Law

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Realizing that you should file for bankruptcy may make you wonder about your future. One of the most important things you can do when you figure out that bankruptcy is your next step is to take a deep breath and focus on the fresh financial start you’re getting. Once you file bankruptcy, you’ll likely have a limited budget.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 9, 2022

When facing bankruptcy, many wonder how much debt is needed to file bankruptcy. There is no minimum amount of debt you need in order to file for bankruptcy, but there are other critical factors you need to take into consideration before filing under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Should I File for Bankruptcy?

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Because of the serious burden medical debts have placed on Americans, many are turning to bankruptcy as a potential option. However, while bankruptcy can help, it’s important to understand how the process works, especially concerning your medical debt. Can You File Bankruptcy on Medical Bills?

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 17, 2022

There are two primary types of bankruptcies that a person might file when struggling to pay their debts: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy , the debtor agrees to a payment plan instead of having their property taken to pay creditors. Ways Debtors Try to Hide Their Assets in Bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

APRIL 6, 2021

Bankruptcy is a smart, legal, and effective way to wipe out a mountain of old debts. There are many reasons why people resist bankruptcy, but some are based on fiction rather than facts. Maybe you’re avoiding bankruptcy merely because of a mistaken impression about it, so let’s clear things up. Fear of the Future.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 27, 2024

Filing for bankruptcy can feel incredibly daunting, especially if you have concerns over whether it may impact your future job prospects. The sad reality is that many people hold misconceptions regarding bankruptcy filers. They believe those declaring bankruptcy are irresponsible or bad with money. What Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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Sawin & Shea

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

People file for bankruptcy for any number of reasons, from job loss to unpaid medical bills to an unaffordable mortgage. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, you’re not alone; roughly 375,000 people filed for bankruptcy in 2022, and home foreclosure filings rose 115% in 2022 over the number of foreclosures in 2021.

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Sawin & Shea

OCTOBER 18, 2023

But if you’re trying to decide if you should file for bankruptcy, going on vacation is more complicated. Vacation in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy You can take a vacation before filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy if you’ve already paid for it, you weren’t experiencing financial difficulty at that time, and it’s non-refundable.

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Sawin & Shea

JULY 12, 2023

Declaring bankruptcy can appear incredibly intimidating. The truth is that there’s nothing wrong with declaring bankruptcy, and it’s often the best option for those struggling with overwhelming debt. In this blog, you’ll learn what happens if you file for bankruptcy as well as the difference between filing for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 23, 2023

If you’re stressed about your finances, you’re in good company. If worries about debt resonate with you, again, you’re not alone. With these kinds of figures, it isn’t surprising that we often get the question from clients: Does filing for bankruptcy eliminate debt? How will I get under my debt? And we have the answer.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 2, 2023

The good news – the light at the end of the tunnel – is that there is an excellent way to ease these fiscal-related woes: filing for bankruptcy. What is the Best Time to File for Bankruptcy? Many people ask, when should you file for bankruptcy? There are many reasons someone might file for bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

JULY 29, 2020

One of the things that people hear about bankruptcy is that it usually doesn’t discharge some debts owed to the government, like taxes. Even if you have a large burden of tax debt that is making it extremely difficult to reconcile your finances, bankruptcy can’t always help. How Can I Wipe Out My Tax Debt?

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 9, 2021

But for those contemplating bankruptcy, it brought a new worry. Will bankruptcy take away my stimulus check?”. This has become a common question for bankruptcy attorneys across the nation. So let’s clear up your concerns about bankruptcy and your stimulus money. Am I Going to Lose My Stimulus Check in Bankruptcy?

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Debt Free Colorado

OCTOBER 12, 2023

What Our Bankruptcy Attorneys Can Help With When Filing Bankruptcy in Colorado Financial burdens and the possibility of a new beginning can trigger various emotions. If you have already decided to file for bankruptcy, it is crucial to tackle this challenging undertaking with a balanced mentality.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 11, 2020

If you are worried that people will know you’re filing for bankruptcy, let’s put your mind at ease. The widespread publishing of bankruptcy filings in local newspapers is a thing of the past. In fact, look closely at any bankruptcy notices that do appear in your local newspaper. Who Will be Notified About My Bankruptcy?

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Albuquerque Law

JANUARY 19, 2023

Here are some of the basic elements of this form of bankruptcy that you should know. The goal of subchapter 5 is to make it easier for small businesses to seek reorganization bankruptcies. According to the United States Courts , it does this by cutting costs and facilitating the bankruptcy process. How does it work?

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Sawin & Shea

APRIL 27, 2021

Filing for bankruptcy is a process. As part of that process, the bankruptcy law requires that you get a certificate that evidences you did a pre-filing counseling session with an approved agency. Debt counseling (also called credit counseling) is required before you can declare bankruptcy.

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