It’s time to fight back against the negative stigma that bankruptcy sometimes carries. There are people who believe that bankruptcy is their own fault. In many cases, this makes them hesitant to file. If you ask them why they haven’t used bankruptcy to get rid of...
What are the common mistakes when filing for bankruptcy?
Sometimes, finances may just not work out despite your best efforts. In such cases, bankruptcy can offer a fresh start and relief from overwhelming debt. However, whether you're considering Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it's crucial to avoid common mistakes that...
How removing medical debt from credit reports help Americans
Did you know that over half of the third-party debt on Americans’ credit reports has long been medical debt? Of course, once debt appears on a credit report, that person’s credit score can start to plummet. That affects not only whether they can qualify for needed...
Using Chapter 13 bankruptcy to save a house from foreclosure
Facing the daunting prospect of losing a home to foreclosure is a very stressful experience for any homeowner. Fortunately, if you are struggling with this very situation, know that filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy can offer a potentially viable solution to save your...
What is the automatic stay in bankruptcy?
The automatic stay in bankruptcy is an important provision that grants immediate and temporary relief to individuals filing for bankruptcy. It becomes effective as soon as a bankruptcy case is filed, regardless of whether it's under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. It serves...
What is the difference between Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy?
Debt allows people to make large purchases now with the expectation that they’ll pay for it later. For a lot of people, this is a promising idea. However, debt obligations can quickly get out of control. People may, for example, take on too much credit card debt or...
Taking out a car loan during a Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Pennsylvania residents who file Chapter 13 bankruptcies enter into payment plans that pay down their debts over three or five years. Chapter 13 payment plans are structured in a way that allows individuals to enjoy a reasonable standard of living, but they do not...
A path to resolving massive credit card debt
There could come a time when credit card debt becomes impossible to repay. The bills may continue to arrive at a Pennsylvania residence address, and the only thing the person can do is pay the minimum. At some point, paying the minimum monthly amount might become...
What are your options for settling your debt in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has several debt relief options that make it possible for you to pay off your debt. High interest rates could cause you to feel as if it's impossible for you to be free from the debt. Some debt relief options resolve this problem through a lower interest...
Could a Chapter 20 bankruptcy be the best option for debt relief?
According to records maintained by United States Courts, 413,616 people from Pennsylvania and around the country filed bankruptcy in 2021. Bankruptcy is a way for individuals and business entities to petition state courts for relief from debt they are unable to pay....