Bankruptcy may be an effective option to eliminate debts or make them more manageable for people in Texas. Individuals typically file for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. While Chapter 7 is sometimes called liquidation bankruptcy, Chapter 13 is...
People in Texas who are dealing with crippling debt may wonder about the rules for filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Eligibility for Chapter 13 bankruptcy includes having a regular income that will allow the person to pay creditors back on a payment plan each month....
Bankruptcy is something that affects all age groups. Even senior citizens, who many people assume are more financially stable given a long working life and safety nets such as retirement accounts and savings, are vulnerable to the effects of overwhelming credit card...
It takes longer for people in some states to pay off their credit card debts than it takes for people in others. Texas is one of the states where people carry the highest balances on their cards, but it's not among the worst when it comes to payoff time. The length of...
Debts owed by consumers in Texas and across the U.S. are expected to hit $4 trillion by the end of 2018, but the chief economist from LendingTree says it's not a reason to worry. While total consumer debt is a big number, he said, the economy is more stable and income...
While bankruptcy may help Texas residents gain control over their finances, there are limits to how often a person can file. Individuals who filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy cannot file another Chapter 7 petition for eight years. Furthermore, they cannot file for...
Debt forgiveness may sound like an attractive option to Texas consumers who are overwhelmed by their financial obligations, but the companies offering these services often fail to live up to the promises they make. Even when they do, their customers are usually left...
Texas consumers who file for bankruptcy may find that its relatively easy to improve their credit score after doing so. According to a Lending Tree report, 65 percent of Americans had a credit score of at least 640 three years after filing. There are many steps that...
If you have been procrastinating on your financial situation and are not sure of how much longer you can keep the utilities on, you may want to file for bankruptcy in Houston. Even though you are doing everything in your power to cover the household expenses and feed...
Debt has become a huge problem for consumers throughout Texas and the rest of America. U.S. citizens collectively owe $1.41 trillion in student loans, $1.23 trillion in auto loans and $815 billion in credit card debt. However, there are several important steps a...