Bankruptcy Law

CFPB Rescinds Dozens of Consumer-Friendly Policies

When you are living in challenging circumstances, every small victory counts. The fact that most people who buy lottery tickets…

3 months ago

Bankruptcy Bougie Style

You have gotten as far in your plans to file for bankruptcy as reading the bankruptcy FAQ page of the…

7 months ago

Don’t Be Intimidated if a Credit Card Company Threatens to Sue You

Before your financial situation got as bad as it is, you used to read long-form articles on news websites about…

7 months ago

The Philosophical Side of Debt

One of the more tone-deaf pieces of advice people can give you when you are trying to get out of…

7 months ago

Can You File for Bankruptcy Without a Lawyer?

You do not have much money to spend, or else you would not have decided to file for bankruptcy protection.…

7 months ago

Bankruptcy on Wheels

The reason that bankruptcy protection exists is to stop you from losing all your property when you apply for debt…

7 months ago

Alternatives to Filing for Bankruptcy

Filing for bankruptcy protection is an option for everyone, at least in theory. You might not consider it a viable option…

8 months ago

Wage Garnishment and California Bankruptcy Cases

Wage garnishment is the worst-case scenario, at least in California. The Constitution and its amendments outlaw debtors’ prisons; the worst creditors…

8 months ago

Should You File for Bankruptcy Before or After the Holidays?

In the old days, financial stress during the holidays was a rite of passage. You knew you were an adult when,…

8 months ago

Assumable Mortgages: Proceed With Caution

If you are feeling stuck financially, your feelings are completely understandable. Even if you work full-time, your income is barely enough…

9 months ago