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For many people, their student loans are the heaviest part of their debt obligations. Educational loans may also seem like the hardest debts to resolve, even in bankruptcy. It isn’t as simple as whether student loans can be discharged or not in ban… Read More

After you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, your bank or mortgage company may ask you to sign a reaffirmation agreement to keep your house or car. Since bankruptcy is designed to free you from debt and stop collections efforts, these calls from creditors… Read More

A bankruptcy does not mean you have to lose your house. In fact, filing for bankruptcy may help you save it. In the last few years, changes to the Connecticut homestead exemption have helped borrowers protect more of the equity in their homes, vehicl… Read More

After a divorce or child custody battle, the loss of a second income and increased personal and legal expenses can sometimes send you into bankruptcy. In other cases, domestic support obligations can linger years after changes to your employment or f… Read More

Small businesses are at the heart of the American economy, but rising costs, employment issues, and even natural disasters can all lead to tough choices for struggling businesses. Business owners may have their own assumptions about business bankrupt… Read More

You want to be a good person and pay your debts. The idea of filing for bankruptcy may scare you or make you feel ashamed – like you’re not living up to your obligations. If so, you may be tempted to withdraw funds from your 401k account or other… Read More

Many people see a Chapter 7 bankruptcy as a comparatively easy way to discharge debts they cannot pay and get a clean start. But not everyone can qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy eligibility. Knowing who is eligible for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy depends… Read More

As a small business owner, making ends meet can be stressful, especially during financial downturns or seasonal lean periods. You may worry that you won’t be able to pay your employees’ payroll while paying off company debts. Bankruptcy is a powe… Read More