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Bankruptcy Options for Secured Personal Property

Many people who enter bankruptcy protection do so while also having secured loans for personal property such as automobiles. There are three options for what may happen with these types of property after you file for bankruptcy protection. This article reviews and explains these three options.

When is the Right Time to File Bankruptcy

When is the right time to file for bankruptcy and what form of debt relief is the best for your situation. Signs of needing to file for bankruptcy.

Facing Foreclosure? It May be in Your Future.

Are you facing foreclosure? It may be closer than you think. Foreclosure can creep up out of nowhere when someone loses their job or has an unexpected situation occur. With foreclosures on the rise, banks are not as likely to work with you as much as they used to.

School Loans and Bankruptcy, Filing bankruptcy for student loans.

Discussion regarding chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy and student loan debt. Using bankruptcy to alleviate debt. Mesa bankruptcy attorney.

Why Florida's Foreclosure Machine Is Slowing Down

The State of Florida has the third highest foreclosure rate in the United States after Nevada and Arizona. Florida's legislature appropriated $9.6 million this year to hire semi-retired judges and case managers to preside and assist in foreclosure hearings.

What is bankruptcy?

This is a brief description of Bankruptcy

Fixing Student Loan Defaults

These are steps you can take if you are in default on your student loans.

Protecting Your Rights After You File Bankruptcy

If your rights are violated by collection agence you can sue them as part of your bankruptcy.

What Should I Do If I Get Sued?

This article tells you how to file an Answer if you get sued and directs you to the free form.

The Truth About Bankruptcy and Dispelling Common Myths

This article covers the most common myths about bankruptcy and provides facts dispelling these myths.

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