Sawin & Shea

JULY 6, 2022

A common question we receive from those considering bankruptcy is how it impacts personal guarantees. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, you need to consult with a bankruptcy attorney before signing a personal guarantee. Does a Personal Guarantee Survive Bankruptcy? What Is a Personal Guarantee?

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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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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

OCTOBER 26, 2022

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 best suits your financial situation.

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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. What Is Chapter 11 Bankruptcy? What Is Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

If you or a loved one has recently filed for bankruptcy or are considering bankruptcy, you may wonder who may find out about your financial situation. That said, we’re here to answer common questions regarding the accessibility of bankruptcy information and whether these documents are part of public records.

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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. What is a Bankruptcy Hardship Discharge?

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Sawin & Shea

APRIL 3, 2024

Filing for bankruptcy is a great financial option for those struggling with cumbersome debt. But you may be wondering, “What Is the Impact of Bankruptcy on Professional Licenses and Certifications?” How Will Filing Bankruptcy Impact My Professional License?

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 11, 2024

Bankruptcy filings for both individuals and businesses are on the rise. Since 2005, a debtor education course from an approved provider is mandatory for anyone who files for bankruptcy. In short, they prepare you for the challenges that come with rebuilding your finances after bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Both being sued by a creditor and bankruptcy can feel like scary situations, but rest assured, filing for bankruptcy can help. Once bankruptcy is filed, whether it’s under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 , an automatic stay prevents debt collectors from taking further legal action. Does bankruptcy clear lawsuit debt?

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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

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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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 19, 2022

Filing your taxes and filing for bankruptcy are two things that can be confusing and challenging on their own. Filing your taxes after filing for bankruptcy is not as complicated as it may seem, and if you are still confused after doing some research, you can always reach out to a bankruptcy lawyer. Tax Debt and Bankruptcy.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 20, 2024

You may be wondering whether you should opt for a tax attorney or a bankruptcy attorney. If you’re worried about garnishments, foreclosures , lawsuits, repossessions , or other consequences of your debt, connect with an experienced bankruptcy lawyer at Sawin & Shea as soon as possible. You deserve a fresh start.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 30, 2023

What is Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is an opportunity for someone to forge their way through what seems like an impossible debt-ridden situation and come out the other side. Although businesses can also declare bankruptcy, we will focus on personal bankruptcy in this article. Which Debts Cannot be Discharged in 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

JANUARY 18, 2023

If you’re struggling with overwhelming debts, Chapter 7 bankruptcy could be your best option. Chapter 7 is the most common form of bankruptcy for individuals and families, and it allows you to discharge many of your unsecured debts within only a few months. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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Roths Child Law

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

There are many reasons that people feel the need to file for personal bankruptcy. Before filing, you should understand what a personal bankruptcy filing can and cannot do. If you fail to pay, the courts could create an order to take it from your wages or other sources, even if you file for 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

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy can provide much-needed relief if you are overwhelmed with debt and struggling to keep up with payments. While this type of bankruptcy comes with unique advantages, it also does not fit into every situation. What Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? Pros of Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 1.

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Sawin & Shea

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

In this situation, you may be wondering whether bankruptcy could be a good solution. Let’s look at how bankruptcy works when you’re unemployed and whether this could be a path to clearing away all that old debt. Income Requirements for Bankruptcy. Because you’re unemployed, Chapter 7 bankruptcy might be the best choice for you.

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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. Devaluing assets.

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Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 23, 2023

With these kinds of figures, it isn’t surprising that we often get the question from clients: Does filing for bankruptcy eliminate debt? Bankruptcy Explained Bankruptcy is a powerful legal process that can help individuals or businesses that are overwhelmed by debt get a fresh start and a path to rebuild. And we have the answer.

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Roths Child Law

AUGUST 16, 2020

And perhaps, like so many others in Tennessee, you’re considering bankruptcy. Choosing to file bankruptcy is a tough decision with an unfair stigma attached to it. It’s not easy to realize you need help with your debts, but before you move forward you need to understand what your bankruptcy will look like.

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Roths Child Law

MARCH 2, 2023

Bankruptcy can be an effective solution for those who are struggling with debt, but it will limit their credit options and drag down their credit score temporarily. However, the rules are a bit different for bankruptcy. Technically, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy could also drag down a credit score for roughly a decade.

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Sawin & Shea

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

When you are struggling to pay your bills, there may come a point where you are faced with deciding between bankruptcy vs foreclosure. If you choose bankruptcy, there are also different options depending on whether you choose a Chapter 13 bankruptcy or a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Bankruptcy vs. Foreclosure: Which is Worse?

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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

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. Other types of taxes don’t necessarily qualify for discharge.

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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

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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Albuquerque Law

MAY 6, 2020

There are several types of bankruptcy that can be valuable tools to overcome serious financial crisis. If you have no foreseeable way to pay back debt and have no means of reliable income, you might qualify for filing under Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Your lenders must agree to the alternative payment plans.

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In fact, medical debt is one of the most common types of debt reported on consumer credit reports. Because of the serious burden medical debts have placed on Americans, many are turning to bankruptcy as a potential option. At Sawin & Shea, our team of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyers is here to help.

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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

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

And although there are benefits to obtaining this type of mortgage, debtors often have to pay increased interest and monthly payments. Fortunately, Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers debt relief and a solution for stopping mortgage servicers from repossessing your home. What Happens to My Mortgage If I Declare Bankruptcy?

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 22, 2022

Since 1991, the number of retirees filing for bankruptcy has tripled , with 12.2% of all bankruptcies being filed by people 65 and older. Unfortunately, all of this adds up to bankruptcy—something that is already scary to deal with as is but can be even more overwhelming and frightening for seniors.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 28, 2021

If you’ve filed for bankruptcy, or are wondering if bankruptcy might be right for you, you should know how long the bankruptcy mark will remain on your credit report. The length of time bankruptcy stays on your credit report depends on the type of bankruptcy you filed. Sean Pyles writes for NerdWallet.

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Direct Recovery

APRIL 17, 2023

California has one of the highest bankruptcy rates in the country, but the majority of consumers here still need to learn more about the process involved to make informed decisions on whether it might be a good option for them. How long will bankruptcy impact your credit? What debts will be eliminated?

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