Credit Counseling or Bankruptcy: Which is Best for You?
People often get to a place where they simply cant pay their bills, especially in todays economy which is not particularly sympathetic toward the poor or even the middle class. Inflation has impacted nearly every facet of daily life including food, gas, rent, clothes, utility bills and more. At ... more...

Mortgage After Bankruptcy
Most people probably assume that obtaining a mortgage to purchase a home, refinance or to consolidate debt after a bankruptcy is out of the question. In fact, many people are able to obtain these mortgage services, even 1 day after a bankruptcy discharge in some cases. Loan programs and lenders are ... more...

Bankruptcy: What's the Difference Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13?
When consumers contemplate the option of bankruptcy generally, the remedy they are specifically referring to is chapter 7 bankruptcy. The effect of the filing is to discharge someone saddled with debt from having to pay debts no longer secured with a valid lien. It also has the added benefit of ... more...

Filing Bankruptcy Credit After Bankruptcy
So Ive filed for bankruptcy, now what?Ive heard from several people who have files for bankruptcy protection that once they have successfully filed the last thing they want to do is deal with their finances. I recommend that a person places their finances near the top of their priority list once a ... more...

Alternatives to Filing Bankruptcy
Deciding to file for bankruptcy is a decision that should not be taken lightly. Too many people opt for this decision before finding out what other alternatives are available to them. Filing for Bankruptcy should be your last resort if possible. We have listed some alternatives for you to consider ... more...

Bankruptcy - Is It The Right Choice For You?
Bankruptcy is one of the tougher choices we as adults face in todays society where it is the norm to be in debt, albeit some more so than others. Credit card offers materialize whether you are looking for credit or not. All with their own perks and benefits may sound tempting enough to open and ... more...

Auto Loans After Bankruptcy How Does a Bankruptcy Affect Your Approval?
A recent bankruptcy will not disqualify you from obtaining an auto loan. In fact, opening a new line of credit shortly after a bankruptcy helps re-establish your credit and improve your credit history. Bankruptcy allows a fresh start. Initially, lenders may be hesitant to lend you money. However, ... more...

New Bankruptcy Laws
George Bush's Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act is going to make it much harder for everyday folks like you and me to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most common type of bankruptcy that there is. This is the type that allows you to write off your ... more...

Repair Bad Credit Yourself
In March 2005, the U.S. financial services industry succeeded in hammering the first nail in their plan to overhaul the nation's bankruptcy system. Repairing bad credit yourself will be more necessary than ever. After contributing millions of dollars to elect Republican candidates sympathetic to ... more...