Most American adults have at least one credit card. If you count yourself among them, you may find your balance creeping up each month despite your good intentions. You are not alone in feeling like your credit card debt is spiraling out of control. Many people accrue...
Many people have understandable fears about filing for bankruptcy. However, those fears are often based on misinformation. These are five of the most common myths about bankruptcy. 1. You will not be able to get credit Your credit score may take a significant hit when...
When you owe money to creditors, there are certain legal steps that can be taken to recoup your debt. However, creditors must also ensure they do not cross the line and use illegal tactics, or they will be in a direct violation of your consumer rights. If you believe...
A debt of even a couple thousand dollars can be enough for debt collectors to hound you. To prevent these calls from becoming abusive, lawmakers enacted the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, which covers all household, family and personal debts. While debt...
People face financial strains for various reasons. In some cases, a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help to provide relief and to get debtors on the track to financial stability. For those considering the bankruptcy process, it is important to understand the...
If you are filing either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must attend what is known as the 341 meeting. On the surface, this may seem a bit daunting, since your creditors receive notification of the date and time and may attend. However, if you know...
If you have fallen behind on your car or truck payments, the lender may be threatening to take it back. You need your vehicle for work, to take the kids to school, to go grocery shopping. How will you manage if the repo man comes? Take a deep breath; you have options...
Many people in Houston are struggling with debts. Some of these individuals may find themselves stressing over how to pay their car notes, mortgages and household expenses each month. As stressful as it is dealing with debt and not knowing where your next dollar may...
Once the bankruptcy process is complete and you are debt free, it is not time to rest easy. Of course, filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy will put your burdens behind you and allow you a fresh start. Your next goal is to stay on the right financial track. If you do not...
If you are considering bankruptcy, you need to go into it with an open mind — and open eyes. While it can give you a fresh start if you are heavily in debt, it will not work miracles. By doing your homework, asking questions and seeking legal advice, you will...