Debt Settlement Legal Guides (18 found)

Written by Jonathan Gregg Stein
You may be able to avoid dealing with debt collectors and resolve your debts by working directly with your creditors.
14 of 15 users found this helpful. Posted in Debt Settlement about 1 year ago.

Written by Ronald Anthony Sarno
A continuation of the first legal guide on what is illegal debt settlement and debt collection in NY. This follows the New York Attorney General's summary of what is proper and improper in debt collection, legal process, recent state legal action on consumer suits, how to file a consumer complaint
Posted in Bankruptcy / Debt 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Ronald Anthony Sarno
Recently the New York Attorney General has initiated a state wide assault on phony debt settlement companies and debt collection companies which have brazenly violated the Federal and State Fair Collection Act. The Attorney General has provided consumers with both critical information and action.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Bankruptcy / Debt 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Avvo Staff
Try to negotiate with your creditors before contemplating bankruptcy. Be sure to research carefully when choosing a company to help you negotiate your debts, and be wary of companies charging high fees.
4 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted in Debt Settlement about 1 year ago.

Written by Jonathan Gregg Stein
If you can’t pay your debt, you can compare the costs of your two options–bankruptcy and debt negotiation–when deciding which solution will work best for you.
20 of 27 users found this helpful. Posted in Debt Settlement about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Mark M. Bello
Credit repair/debt resolution is a booming business in this economy. It is wise to ask questions of the company you are considering to assist you in repairing your credit or negotiating your debt. It is very wise to consider whether the firm you are retaining is attorney owned and operated.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Debt Settlement 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Marc J Victor
As many homeowners are painfully aware, the national housing market has suffered from one of the worst economic crises in the history of our nation. Not only have home values declined sharply in recent years, many homeowners have suffered drastic reductions in income as well.
Posted in Debt Settlement 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Arizona

Written by Frank S Hong
Community property is any property that was acquired by either spouse during a marriage. Community debts are any debts that either party is responsible for. Separate debts occur when only one party is responsible for a debt.
8 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Seattle, WA

Written by Avvo Staff
A divorce settlement is the final legal agreement between the husband and wife that documents the terms and conditions of the divorce.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Avvo Staff
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.
15 of 18 users found this helpful. Posted in Debt Collection about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Though bankruptcy and foreclosure are different, both have negative consequences for your credit rating and future ability to borrow money or get a mortgage.
4 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted in Bankruptcy / Debt about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
You can repair bad credit, either on your own or with the help of a reputable credit-counseling company.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
State laws differ regarding assets and debts accumulated during the other types of separation. For legal separations, and to protect your assets during any separation, you should see a divorce attorney.
8 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
The grounds for divorce are Washington State’s legal reasons for which a marriage can be dissolved.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Avvo Staff
If you are splitting up with your spouse, know your rights. A legal separation would officially settle questions about assets and ongoing financial, custody, and child support issues.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
When a divorce is finalized both parties are legally bound by all decisions, whether agreed to between the divorcing parties, through mediation, or in court.
3 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
If your lender moves to foreclose, taking quick action can help you keep your home.
7 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted in Foreclosure about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Seattle, WA

Written by Clifford L. Tuttle Jr.
To stop foreclosure, it’s important to have an understanding of how the legal process works and what options you have to try and stop the foreclosure.
3 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Foreclosure about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Pittsburgh, PA