Running a small business can be a great way to support yourself and your family, but it also comes with risks. Depending on the kind of business structure you utilized and how well you have separated your personal financial accounts from your business resources, there...
Chapter 7
Can bankruptcy help with your income tax debt?
As Tax Day gets closer, you dread finding out how much more money you’re going to owe the IRS in addition to the tax debt you still haven’t paid. A common question that people ask is whether filing for bankruptcy can help them get out from under their tax debt. Some...
Why is bankruptcy often better than debt relief?
Debt can soon spiral out of control. Luckily, there is help available. Or so the TV adverts would have you believe. Debt relief can work. Yet, often all it does is leave you with even more debt and even less chance of paying. If you have debt you cannot afford to pay,...
What are exempt and non-exempt assets in bankruptcy?
If you're having difficulty envisioning paying off bills that you have, then you may have decided that bankruptcy is your best option. Many debtors who wish to want to eliminate their debt obligations pursue Chapter 7 bankruptcy because they want to stop collection...
Your income could disqualify you for Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Those who use Chapter 7 bankruptcy are given the chance to liquidate non-exempt assets, pay off creditors with the money and then have the rest of the debt erased. The exact amount that is paid off and erased is different in every case, depending on the level of debt,...
When finding a new job still doesn’t help you overcome your debts
Many people associate losing a job with bankruptcy. It’s easy to see, after all, how fast debt can get out of control if you no longer have a job. The solution, most people may assume, is to search for another job and regain their stable income, thus avoiding the...
Is consolidating the right option for debt relief?
For someone who is struggling with heavy debt, consolidating may be a good idea. Having multiple credit cards, for example, means that the person is making several payments a month and having to pay interest on each card individually. This could mean hundreds more in...
Mistakes to avoid while declaring bankruptcy
Declaring bankruptcy can be a powerful method in overcoming demanding financial challenges. Medical debts, credit card debts, and unpaid utility bills are just a few of the types of debt that bankruptcy can help applicants take control over. Despite the benefits of...
Can you protect your home during a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Texas?
There are both federal and state exemptions for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Texas is one of the states that allows someone seeking bankruptcy to choose which category of exemptions they want to use. The federal homestead exemption last adjusted in 2019 allows you to protect...
Can filing for bankruptcy help your mental health?
When people need to file for bankruptcy, they often focus on how it will help their financial situation. They might not realize that filing for bankruptcy can also have a positive effect on their mental health. Knowing these before you file can help you to cope with...