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What is Consumer Bankruptcy?

What is Consumer Bankruptcy?

There are a lot of misconceptions about what a consumer bankruptcy is, and what it means for the people who file it. Assumptions about consumers’ faults and the process itself can make some people afraid to file for bankruptcy at all. Others may wa… Read More
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10 Signs You Might Benefit from a Consumer Bankruptcy.

10 Signs You Might Benefit from a Consumer Bankruptcy

Dealing with unpaid debts can quickly start to feel like a full-time job. If you are falling behind on your payments, or feeling stress over creditor calls, you might benefit from a consumer bankruptcy. Knowing what this tool is and how it can help y… Read More
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Economic Pressure Ahead: Forecasting Rising Bankruptcy Rates

Over the last few years, it may feel like everything from national crises and natural disasters to personal instability have been adding up to put economic pressure on Connecticut families. With expenses on the rise and wage increases on pause, many… Read More
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Bankruptcy When You Have a Living Trust

Financial problems can strike anyone, and bankruptcy can be a useful tool when debts pile up. But if you are one of the many Connecticut residents who manages their money through a trust, you might wonder how the two will intersect. Here’s what hap… Read More
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Categories: Bankruptcy, Trusts
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3 Types of Judicial Foreclosure in Connecticut

If you are falling behind on your mortgage or other secured loan, you may be worried about what will happen if the property goes into foreclosure. Here is an explanation of the different types of judicial foreclosure in Connecticut. By understanding… Read More
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How is Marital Debt Divided in a Connecticut Divorce?

No one really likes to think about debt during the divorce process. It can often come up as an afterthought after child custody, support, and property division issues have been resolved. But debt can be a stumbling block to resolving many Connecticut… Read More
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Categories: Bankruptcy, Divorce
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Is There Life After Bankruptcy?

Is there life after bankruptcy? Many people facing the prospect of bankruptcy feel hopeless, like they will never live a life without debt. Culturally, they may see bankruptcy as “the end” or as a sign of failure. But life goes on – and in fact… Read More
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Medical Bills and Bankruptcy

Medical Bills and Bankruptcy: Overwhelming medical bills can happen to anyone. An unexpected illness or a serious accident can leave you facing steep co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance costs that simply won’t go away on their own. Read More
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5 Common Myths About Foreclosure

Foreclosure is a frightening word. The chance that you can lose your home can put you on edge and make you more likely to believe many common myths about foreclosure. If you are falling behind on your payments, or are worried about losing your home,… Read More
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What is the Foreclosure Mediation Process in Connecticut?

When Connecticut residents fall behind on their house payments, there can be a lot of pressure to find ways to save their home from foreclosure. The foreclosure mediation process in Connecticut is a tool residents can use to renegotiate their mortgag… Read More
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