​What to do if Your Car Has Been Repoed

2019-02-28T15:20:12-05:00

My Car was Repoed: What do I do Now? If you have secured debts such as vehicle loans and you default on the loans, the creditor has the right to repossess the collateral if they can do it without disrupting the peace. This is why repossessions are often done in the middle of the night after you have missed two or more payments and the bank has threatened to repossess your vehicle. If your car has been repoed, our team can help. What do you do if you wake up and your car is missing from your driveway? It depends on [...]

​What to do if Your Car Has Been Repoed2019-02-28T15:20:12-05:00

Understanding Debt Collection Laws

2020-01-22T10:02:42-05:00

Are You Being Harassed by a Debt Collection Agency? We can Help When you fail to pay a debt, it is not uncommon for the party you owe to turn the debt over to a collection agency. However, state and federal laws regulate how these debts may be collected. All debt collectors must adhere to the standards of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and at the same time, in Georgia, there are additional laws that the state has in place that must also be followed. Georgia Debt Collection Laws The Office of Consumer Affairs regulates the laws of debt collection in Georgia. These [...]

Understanding Debt Collection Laws2020-01-22T10:02:42-05:00

​​What is Bad Debt and How do I Get Rid of it?

2020-01-22T10:09:39-05:00

What You Should Do If You Have Bad Debt Bad debt happens when one party loans money to another party, but the party borrowing the money fails to repay the debt as agreed upon. For example, the borrower failed to make monthly payments as agreed or completely defaults on the loan completely. This makes the debt bad because the lender loses a portion of their investment. This type of debt is particularly a problem for both non-business and business lenders. Instead of providing a return on their investment, a bad debt situation creates legal and financial issues and often stalls income. That makes it imperative [...]

​​What is Bad Debt and How do I Get Rid of it?2020-01-22T10:09:39-05:00

​​When Does Debt Forgiveness Result in Tax Implications?

2018-11-28T10:42:27-05:00

Understanding Debt Cancellation & Debt Forgiveness When you lose your job or have an unexpected injury or illness, the result can be financial devastation. Such financial demise often leads to a debt settlement agreement or even bankruptcy. While this may seem like a good idea, there can be some stiff penalties for relief such as debt forgiveness. When a creditor agrees to forgive a debt without consideration in return, it means that they cancel the debt. While that may sound good to start with, cancellation of debt is considered income for the debtor and is taxable. In some cases, however, the [...]

​​When Does Debt Forgiveness Result in Tax Implications?2018-11-28T10:42:27-05:00

Bankruptcy Options for Medical Debt

2019-08-15T09:58:04-04:00

What to Do if You Have Medical Debt If you are having trouble paying off medical debt and think that bankruptcy is your only option, consider looking into other options first, especially if your credit is good. While bankruptcy will likely cause your credit score to drop, it will not last as long as you think. However, if you do not file for bankruptcy and you still do not pay your medical bills, you could find yourself in an even worse situation. First, you will start receiving late notices. Eventually, the creditor might sue you and get a judgment against you. [...]

Bankruptcy Options for Medical Debt2019-08-15T09:58:04-04:00

​Tips For Dealing with Debt Collectors and Creditors

2020-01-22T10:06:37-05:00

How to Handle Debt Collectors & Creditors Have you ever forgotten or been unable to pay a bill and had it go to collection? It happens from time to time, but there is no need to panic. When you are dealing with debt collectors and creditors, you still have rights due to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If you are dealing with such issues, there are a few things that you need to know when debt collectors and creditors come knocking at your door or calling you on the phone. Request the Information in Writing: A debt collector, within five days of contacting [...]

​Tips For Dealing with Debt Collectors and Creditors2020-01-22T10:06:37-05:00

Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

2018-11-28T10:02:42-05:00

The Short Answer to "Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?" One of the most common questions we are asked by prospective clients is "can I keep my home in a chapter 13 bankruptcy." While the answer has some moving parts, fortunately, in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will not lose any property to the trustee, including your house. The bankruptcy will also not have any effect on your mortgage. Although you will not lose your home during a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it is still possible to lose your house through foreclosure proceedings. To keep that from happening, [...]

Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?2018-11-28T10:02:42-05:00

Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

2018-11-28T09:59:41-05:00

Short Answer to the Question "Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?" One of the first questions that everyone has when considering bankruptcy is "Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?" When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it just depends on how much equity is available in your home, how much of a homestead exemption is available in your situation, and whether or not you are current on the mortgage payments. Another thing to keep in mind is even if you are able to keep your home when you file bankruptcy, do you want [...]

Can I Keep My Home in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?2018-11-28T09:59:41-05:00

What is the Chapter 13 Means Test?

2019-02-28T15:21:05-05:00

When you reach the point at which you are ready to file for bankruptcy, it is important to determine what type of bankruptcy is best for your situation. A bankruptcy means test can help you decide. A means test determines if you make enough money to repay at least a portion of your debt through a Chapter 13 bankruptcy repayment plan or if you qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy instead. Take a look at the details of a chapter 13 means test below. Who Takes the Chapter 13 Means Test If you have an income that is greater than the [...]

What is the Chapter 13 Means Test?2019-02-28T15:21:05-05:00

What is a Chapter 7 Means Test?

2019-02-28T15:21:14-05:00

When you file for bankruptcy, you will be required to take a means test. This is a test that will determine if your income is low enough to qualify you for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This test is formulated to prevent high-income people from filing for this type of bankruptcy. If you fail the Chapter 7 means test, you can then file for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy instead. A Chapter 7 means test does not require you to be penniless to pass. You can still earn a significant income and qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy if you have numerous expenses, such as [...]

What is a Chapter 7 Means Test?2019-02-28T15:21:14-05:00
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