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When debt becomes too much to handle, many individuals and businesses file for bankruptcy. Though there are six types of bankruptcy, the two most common ones — which target consumers — are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 deals with asset liquidation, and Chapter...
Divorce is a very stressful life event. The process becomes even more difficult if you have kids together. And one of the most heart-wrenching conversations you can have is talking to your kids about the decision to divorce. Even if the decision is mutual, this...
When their debts are spiraling out of control, many homeowners worry about protecting their homes from foreclosure. A lot of times, a temporary bump in the financial road can lead to missed mortgage payments – and that can be a lot to catch up, even once you have...
When people go through bankruptcy, they sometimes have the opinion that credit cards are responsible for that bankruptcy and therefore should be avoided. They may have had to cancel all their credit cards during the case, and they swear that they’ll never get them...
It’s typically best for children whose parents are separated or divorced when those parents have consistent rules and expectations of them across their households. These can be negotiated and detailed in your parenting plan. The reality, however, is that one parent is...
People file for bankruptcy every day to get out from under a mountain of debt and get a fresh financial start. If you’re considering this move for yourself, you may prefer that no one knows who doesn’t have to. We all have a right to some financial privacy. When...
When two parents get divorced, it is often said that the court is going to look after the children’s best interests. This is supposed to be their focus when they are dividing up custody or parenting time between the two adults. While it does make sense that the court...
Many people hear about how other people and companies file for bankruptcy but don’t know what bankruptcy is themselves. In general, bankruptcy is a way for people to deal with tons of unpaid debt that might be impeding their life. There are a few different kinds of...
You may have acquired considerable assets during the course of your marriage, such as a family home or a successful business. When it’s time to part ways, you are entitled to a share of such property and assets, collectively known as the marital estate. However, the...
Congress passed the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA) as part of an overhaul to the bankruptcy process in the United States. It can be seen as a double-edged sword because it includes protection for both creditors and debtors. BAPCPA...