As a new year is well underway, many people in Indiana have resolved to get their finances in order this year. That is a laudable goal indeed, and a recent news article pointed to a few tips that might be useful for those who are making financial moves. Financial tips...
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How the automatic stay protects consumers in bankruptcy
Personal bankruptcy options provide a number of different protections to filing parties. One of those protections is the automatic stay that immediately goes into effect once the filing party files for bankruptcy protection. The protections offered by the automatic...
What is the meeting of creditors?
The only time most people who file bankruptcy will have to be in court is for the meeting of creditors. This meeting, also known as the 341 meeting, often will not even take place in a courtroom, and it does not involve a judge. According to the U.S. Courts, the...
If I file for bankruptcy, will I lose my house?
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you will have many questions. Will bankruptcy offer you relief from your debt? Will you lose everything in the process? With many people today relying on their home as the space where they work, where their children learn...
Are you eligible for Chapter 7 bankruptcy relief?
The loss of a job, unexpected illness and any other number of factors may contribute to you falling behind on your financial obligations. If faced with overwhelming debt, you may consider debt relief options such as filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy relief. To qualify...
How much will it cost you to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
One of the greatest ironies in life is that filing for bankruptcy actually costs money. This is why it is so important to tackle bankruptcy issues as soon as possible before it spirals too far out of control to rein in with legal means. Exactly how much does...
How is debt handled during a chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy is usually a difficult decision that takes a lot of consideration beforehand. While there is a negative stigma associated with filing for bankruptcy, the truth is that for many people it offers the financial relief necessary to continue...
Felony charges stem from man’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy case
For many of those people in Indianapolis who are struggling with debt, bankruptcy protection brings welcomed relief from the collection efforts that were driving them further and further into a financial hole. In their cases, bankruptcy marks the only legitimate...
Could cancer lead to Chapter 7?
Most people do not end up filing bankruptcy in Indiana unless they have a situation that puts strain on their finances. The trigger can be anything. However, there is one issue that you may face that could put you into serious financial trouble and lead to you having...
5 ways to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy
Filing for personal bankruptcy may seem like a last resort to many Indiana residents. However, as you may have experienced, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy can also be a fresh start and may give you a great sense of relief after it unburdens you of your debt. Like others who...