I am trying to figure out if I should file for bankruptcy.

I do not recommend letting a student loan go into default. The government has powerful tools at its disposal to use against defaulting borrowers,...

Steps after foreclosing on a property

I agree with the previous two posters. One more thing that you should know is that even where the lender doesn't seek a deficiency judgment, the...

I would suggest getting a real estate attorney to negotiate for you. However, one thing that you should know is that no attorney can guarantee...

My mortgage holder refuses to meet with me so I can prove I have not missed payments. What can I do?

I agree that you must answer the foreclosure. Get an attorney to defend it; it sounds as if you'll need discovery to straighten out the issue of...

In Illinois, is a company required to pay out unused vacation days upon employee resignation?

Employers are not required to give paid vacation, but if you had vacation that was available to you to use on your last day of employment had you...

Walking away from my house

I agree with the previous answer. If you are having no trouble paying the mortgage and you have good credit, you may be able to refinance with...

I need a Financial Lawyer

I agree that a real estate lawyer could be helpful to you. Depending on your circumstances, you may want to inquire if the attorney has experience...

Regarding my previous question.

The IL Mechanics' Lien Act is quite complicated and it is difficult to answer in a forum such as this one, particularly without knowing all of the...

Can I own 2 rental properties and let one go into foreclosure without endangering my other place?

I wouldn't recommend it. For investment properties, the mortgage requires that you assign the rent payments to the bank if you are not paying the...

I'm in the middle of a loan modification from bank of america and they proceded to foreclose, is that legal?

All too true. However, at this time you may get a little relief due to Bank of America's recent decision to stay...