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Compliance Digest – April 7

Account Recovery

Appeals Court Affirms Ruling Over Default Judgment The Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has upheld a ruling in favor of a defendant that was sued for violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, deciding that a default judgment obtained in state court is conclusive from the perspective of establishing the facts of a case.

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Getting Approved for a Loan After Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

You will need to use collateral for this, such as money (why would you try to borrow money if you already have money? These loans use the difference between your home’s value and your mortgage balance as collateral. Pro: The interest may be lower than on a personal loan because you have collateral (your house).

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An In-Depth Guide to Bank Account Garnishment in Texas and How to Avoid It

Debt RR

This unpaid debt can lead to a serious problem for businesses: garnishment. Bank account garnishment can create serious cash flow blocks for companies of all sizes, and those cash flow problems can compound into other issues, like payroll concerns and late payments on other accounts. Can Debt Collectors Garnish Bank Accounts in Texas?

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My debtor owes a lot of companies money. How do I get paid first?

Collections Law

If your debtor hasn’t declared bankruptcy, there are several ways we can use to try to get you paid, even if you don’t have collateral or a court judgment yet. Getting a judgment without scaring the assets away We can file suit for the money they owe. Then, we aggressively pursue a court judgment against your debtor.

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Dealing With Debt From COVID-19

Debt Free Colorado

They will feel obligated to protect their interest in the collateral (your car) and can move quickly to repossess after only a few missed payments. If you own a home the consequences of a judgment against you are more significant as judgment creditors can place liens against your home. Coronavirus Car Payment Relief Programs.

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What is the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debt?

Sawin & Shea

Secured debts are a type of debt backed by an asset that is used as collateral. To enforce secured debts, your creditors may repossess your car or other vehicles, they may foreclose on your mortgage, or levy against other property you have either pledged as collateral or that is subject to an involuntary lien. What is Secured Debt?

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Who Can Declare Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

Unsecured debts are not backed by collateral, such as car payments and home mortgages. Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides you with an automatic stay that prohibits creditors from being able to take any action to collect a debt against you, such as repossessions, wage garnishment, and legal action. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?