According to a report by the Huffington Post, student loans are the largest form of consumer debt in the United States, measuring $1 trillion nationally. Regardless of this fact, student loans aren’t eligible for discharge under current code. In January 2013, three senators sought to change student loan eligibility by sponsoring the Fairness for Struggling Students […]
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Financial difficulties can put strain on a marriage and contribute to the decision to file for divorce. Couples who decide to file for divorce in the midst of filing for bankruptcy may face complications in terms of discharging their debts and reporting their assets. For this reason, couples filing for both at the same time need […]
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The mission of the United States Trustee Program is to safeguard the integrity of the federal bankruptcy system by monitoring the conduct of all parties and overseeing related administrative tasks. In addition, the United States Trustee Program facilitates compliance with laws and procedures by investigating cases of fraud and abuse. To safeguard the integrity of […]
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If you fall behind on your debt obligations, you will likely receive phone calls from a debt collection agency on behalf of your creditor. In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission regulates the practices of debt collection agencies, specifically outlining what kind of behavior is acceptable. When debt collectors contact you, they are not allowed […]
Between 1991 and 2007, the number of Americans age 65 and older who filed for bankruptcy more than tripled. Today, senior citizens are the fastest growing group of adults to initiate Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 filings. Here are some of the reasons why older Americans have found themselves overwhelmed by their expenses. Medical Bills Major medical […]
When bills are piling up and there is no way to meet even minimum payment requirements, many debtors feel understandably overwhelmed and unsure of their legal options. But harassing and aggressive debt collection behaviors are simply not part of the bargain, no matter how much you owe. Here is what to do when a debt collector violates […]
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What You Need to Know About the Fairness for Struggling Students Act of 2013
/in Legal, Students /by Mike BurrAccording to a report by the Huffington Post, student loans are the largest form of consumer debt in the United States, measuring $1 trillion nationally. Regardless of this fact, student loans aren’t eligible for discharge under current code. In January 2013, three senators sought to change student loan eligibility by sponsoring the Fairness for Struggling Students […]
How to Continue With a Bankruptcy Petition During Divorce
/in Divorce Debt, Family /by Mike BurrFinancial difficulties can put strain on a marriage and contribute to the decision to file for divorce. Couples who decide to file for divorce in the midst of filing for bankruptcy may face complications in terms of discharging their debts and reporting their assets. For this reason, couples filing for both at the same time need […]
A Basic Overview of the United States Trustee Program
/in Bankruptcy, General /by Mike BurrThe mission of the United States Trustee Program is to safeguard the integrity of the federal bankruptcy system by monitoring the conduct of all parties and overseeing related administrative tasks. In addition, the United States Trustee Program facilitates compliance with laws and procedures by investigating cases of fraud and abuse. To safeguard the integrity of […]
Recognizing Milwaukee Debt Collector Scams
/in Debt Collection, Scams /by Mike BurrIf you fall behind on your debt obligations, you will likely receive phone calls from a debt collection agency on behalf of your creditor. In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission regulates the practices of debt collection agencies, specifically outlining what kind of behavior is acceptable. When debt collectors contact you, they are not allowed […]
Common Reasons Why Seniors File for Bankruptcy
/in Credit Card, Filing, Medical, Mortgage /by Mike BurrBetween 1991 and 2007, the number of Americans age 65 and older who filed for bankruptcy more than tripled. Today, senior citizens are the fastest growing group of adults to initiate Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 filings. Here are some of the reasons why older Americans have found themselves overwhelmed by their expenses. Medical Bills Major medical […]
What to Do If a Milwaukee Debt Collector Crosses the Line
/in Debt Collection, Legal, Scams /by Mike BurrWhen bills are piling up and there is no way to meet even minimum payment requirements, many debtors feel understandably overwhelmed and unsure of their legal options. But harassing and aggressive debt collection behaviors are simply not part of the bargain, no matter how much you owe. Here is what to do when a debt collector violates […]