Even the most successful and efficient of businesses can occasionally face financial issues. Sometimes these challenges are the result of the overall economy, while in other cases, the problems may be more specific to the individual company. One of the most critical...
Bankruptcy
How bankruptcy filings affect credit scores
Filing for bankruptcy can have significant effects on your credit scores, influencing your financial standing for years to come. The impact varies depending on the type of bankruptcy filed—Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. According to Statista, Tennessee ranked third in the...
Struggling with debt during the holiday season
If you are one of the many Americans spending more during the holiday season, you are not alone. It is common to experience an uptick in spending in the later months of the year, and this can lead to even higher debt balances for those already struggling with debt....
What assets are exempt during Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
One of the most significant issues that come with owing a significant amount of debt is the pressure from creditors and debt collectors to make payments on that debt. If you are behind on your payments, you may encounter different efforts to collect payment in the...
Does bankruptcy discharge student loan debt?
Higher education is both an opportunity and a barrier. Its achievement opens doors while its lack closes them. However, the rising costs of obtaining a college education force many to take on immense student loan debt. These debts can be a burden on them as they try...
Chapter 13 bankruptcy does not discharge all debts
Consumer bankruptcy helps individuals start a new life free of much of their debt burden. However, the relief it provides may not always be complete. Chapter 13 bankruptcy works by offering individuals a structured plan to repay their debts over a short period,...
How can you know if it’s time to file for bankruptcy protection?
If you are struggling with your finances and behind on your bills, you are not alone. Many consumers just like you struggle with keeping up with their obligations, or they may be unable to regain their footing after an unexpected major life event. If you are facing...
The exact debts addressed during bankruptcy
Unmanageable debt is a struggle for many consumers, and this struggle has the potential to take over many aspects of a person’s life. If you are behind on your payments, watching your interest accumulate on top of your balances and facing a future with constant...
The details of how reorganization bankruptcy works
Financial struggles are normal, and most people experience even an abbreviated period of financial difficulty at some point in their lives. However, you may be in a place where you are not able to manage these financial issues on your own, and your debt problem may...
When does debt discharge happen in bankruptcy cases?
During bankruptcy, debtors can seek discharge for various debts, releasing them from personal liability for specific financial obligations. Creditors also receive permanent restrictions from collecting payments for eligible debts when issued a discharge order. This...
