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Know your rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act if you are contacted by debt collectors, and don't allow them to threaten or abuse you.
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If you successfully sue someone but still haven't been paid despite your best efforts, you may want to consider a debt collection case.
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Though bankruptcy and foreclosure are different, both have negative consequences for your credit rating and future ability to borrow money or get a mortgage.
David Michael Benson
Written by David Michael Benson
Contributor Level 4

Take a file folder and insert a statement from every creditor you owe. Add income and asset documents. After you've finished building a compendium of your current financial situation, contact a lawyer for a list of places offering the pre-petition credit counseling required by the court.
Jeffrey Erich Foster
Written by Jeffrey Erich Foster
Contributor Level 5

This legal guide presents an overview of filing Chapter 7. Several areas are covered, however I recommend you consult with an attorney in your area for legal advice on your individual case.
Max L Rosenberg
Written by Max L Rosenberg
Contributor Level 4

This guide is meant for those deep in debt who are interested in the option of filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Gailyn Wink
Written by Gailyn Wink
Contributor Level 4

While Chapter 7 is the most used and preferred form of bankruptcy, there are some cases where filing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy makes more sense.
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

Many people jump to the conclusion that they need to file for bankruptcy without actually understanding what’s involved. Here is an overview of Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and some tips on finding an Illinois attorney to guide you through the process if you decide to file.
Michael J. Helfand
Written by Michael J. Helfand
Contributor Level 7

If you are considering filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, make sure you understand the process before you file. This guide lists the steps involved, from the initial filing until your debts are cleared.
Stephen M. Dunne
Written by Stephen M. Dunne
Contributor Level 4

The Following is a List of Required Supporting Documents Necessary to file Bankruptcy.
Stephen M. Dunne
Written by Stephen M. Dunne
Contributor Level 4

Consider the following questions so that you can properly plan your bankruptcy.
Michael R. Sices
Written by Michael R. Sices
Contributor Level 3

The Means Test
Jeff Adrian Biddle
Written by Jeff Adrian Biddle
Contributor Level 7

341 hearing? Don't you love how lawyers speak in code? Me, too. Here's what to expect at your 341 hearing. Note...breathe easy.
Brian David Lerner
Written by Brian David Lerner
Contributor Level 6

This Legal Guide gives general guidance on preparing a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Peter Alan Behrmann
Written by Peter Alan Behrmann
Contributor Level 4

With the economic downturn a lot of people are looking at bankruptcy as an option to help reclaim financial stability. Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 can help you reach this goal; however, Chapter 13 does offer some compelling benefits that are not available in a Chapter 7.
Darcel Andrel Lobo
Written by Darcel Andrel Lobo
Contributor Level 3

Chapter 7 is for debtors who are facing financial difficulties who cannot pay their existing debts. In 2005, The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act was enacted, providing for extensive changes in bankruptcy law. The following items must be understood by a debtor before filing.
Samuel John Glover
Written by Samuel John Glover
Contributor Level 4

Debt buyers who file suit rarely have any proof that (1) they actually do own the debt and are entitled to collect it; and (2) that the consumer actually owes the debt.
Samuel John Glover
Written by Samuel John Glover
Contributor Level 4

Getting a phone call from a debt collector can be very upsetting. Often, they ask for more money than you think you owe or call about a debt you may not remember. But whether or not you owe the debt, there are a few important steps you need to take to make sure you protect yourself.
James B Countess
Written by James B Countess
Contributor Level 4

No one can argue that times are difficult. As more consumers struggle to make ends meet or begin to fall behind in payments, creditors will likely become more aggressive in their collection efforts. If you are being sued on a consumer debt there are several important steps you should consider.
Ivan Paul Cohen
Written by Ivan Paul Cohen
Contributor Level 4

We all know the two inevitable facts of life... death and taxes. In California, like death and taxes, a judgment lien can also be forever. A judgment lien is a court ordered lien that is placed against property when the owner fails to pay a debt. The judgment lien on the property must be paid before

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