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Bankruptcy and Debt
If your debts have become overwhelming, it may be time to consider filing for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy is a system set up to help consumers and businesses eliminate their debt or set up a repayment plan. It can be a difficult, confusing process, but the articles that attorneys have submitted to the KnowledgeBase can help simplify the process and introduce you to some of the key concepts involved in bankruptcy.
Recent Bankruptcy and Debt Articles
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Foreclosures Ramping Up in Maryland Again
Provided by Law Office of Geri Lyons Chase
Banks are about to instigate a wave of foreclosures, and many experts are predicting another record year. Read More » -
Growing Use of Credit Reports in Hiring Decisions
Provided by Law Offices of David I. Steinberg
The use of credit reports to screen job applicants is growing, and the trend may hurt those who need jobs the most. Read More » -
The Homestead Act Can Help Massachusetts Residents Save Their Homes
Provided by Law Offices of Kenneth E. Lindauer
The law offers Massachusetts homeowners a way to protect their homes from creditors. People should be aware of how the Homestead Act could help them save their homes when considering filing bankruptcy. Read More » -
Improving Credit Score After Filing Bankruptcy
Provided by Nashawaty & Rand
People can use five techniques for rebuilding their credit after filing bankruptcy. Read More » -
Student Loans Burying Senior Citizens: Will a Bankruptcy Law Change Help?
Provided by The Roll Law Office, PLLC
Bankruptcy laws may soon change, allowing discharge of private student loan debts. Such debt is not limited to recent graduates; older adults are struggling to pay $36 billion in old student loans. Read More »
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