This is the second installment in our 5-part series exploring the implications of various debt resolution options. One of the biggest concerns about managing debt or trying to negotiate with creditors is unexpected creditor actions, such as:

• Judgments; • IRS Levy; • Garnishment; • Or even just constant threats or harassing calls.

What Legal Protections…

Weighing your debt resolution options can be overwhelming.  We are posting a 5-part blog series over the next month to help breakdown some of the most common and important considerations. Here are the topics we will be covering:

• What are the tax consequences?
• How the debt is settled - lump sum payment vs. structured payment plan.
• Impact in your…

Some times circumstances change during the course of a bankruptcy filing that my necessitate converting your case from a Chapter 13 to a Chapter 7 or vice versa. If you circumstances have changed, you should consult with an attorney before taking any action as there are qualifications and implications for converting your case.  We usually encourage clients that are already represented by counsel…

A reaffirmation agreement is a new contract between a creditor and the debtor(s) in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.  Simply put, it is a

promise to pay the debt.  The legal document outlines the terms in which the filing debtor(s) agrees to remain liable or legally responsible for a debt that would otherwise be dischargeable…

Filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Michigan is an extremely beneficial program, but there is a process you need to go through with the court in order to take advantage of the program.  Finding the right attorney to represent you is critical to your success.  Questions to ask:

• Does the bankruptcy attorney or law firm have previous experience administering Chapter…

Yes, you can still file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy protection if you are currently unemployed or become unemployed while you are in the repayment process.  Mainly you just need to have some source of income to maintain payments into the Chapter 13 plan, even at a reduced level.…

This week the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) held its 10^thannual "Detroit Consumer Bankruptcy Conference" in Troy, Michigan.  The day long conference covered issues pertaining to both Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcies, such as:

• Handling claims in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy;
• Real estate issues in Chapter 7 cases;
• Debtor's Duties…

One major benefit of the Chapter 13 reorganization program is the ability to modify the terms of a vehicle loan.  In most every case we are able to help you reduce your monthly payment by reducing the interest rate and lengthening the finance terms.  In some cases, we can legally reduce what you owe on the vehicle! Call us today at 866-261-8282 for a…

In a recent study* providing the first national numbers available on the impact of wage garnishments, the findings show that a staggering 1 in 10 working Americans between the ages of 35 - 44 are experiencing a wage garnishment.  That means that 10% of that adult sector is loosing 25% of their wages each pay period.

If you have unresolved debt, don't…

In a study* released last month by the National Bureau of Economic Research, two economists examined half a million bankruptcy filing in the U.S. to determine the effect of bankruptcy laws on consumers and their subsequent outcomes.  The results they cited are powerful:

"½we find that Chapter 13 protection increases…