Signs You Should File For Bankruptcy

Navigating financial difficulties can be overwhelming and stressful. If you find yourself drowning in debt with no relief in sight, filing for bankruptcy could be a viable option to help you regain control of your finances. In this blog post, we will discuss the signs that indicate it may be time to consider filing for bankruptcy, the benefits of filing, and how it can provide you with a fresh start.

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Bankruptcy Could Be the Solution to Your Medical Debt

Medical debt is one of the biggest financial burdens faced by individuals and families. With healthcare costs continuing to rise and with some medical expenses not covered by insurance, it’s not surprising that many people find themselves struggling to pay their medical bills. Fortunately, bankruptcy could be a viable option for those grappling with medical debt. (more…)

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3 Reasons To Work With a Lawyer if You Owe Back Taxes

It’s no secret that taxes can be complicated. One small mistake or oversight can lead to many problems, especially if you owe back taxes. The prospect of squaring off against the tax authorities can be anxiety-inducing, to say the least. You must be precise and meticulous in your dealings with them, or you risk worsening things.

If you’re in this position, you have to consider working with a lawyer who specializes in tax law, especially if you owe a significant amount in back taxes. Here are a few ways a lawyer can help you navigate this predicament.

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4 Types of Tax Penalties

Whether you’ve made an innocent mistake on your tax return or intentionally avoided paying your taxes, the IRS has a range of penalties to enforce compliance. Understanding these penalties and their potential financial ramifications is crucial for taxpayers seeking to avoid costly consequences. In this guide, we delve into the world of IRS tax penalties. (more…)

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6 Signs You Need To Engage a Tax Lawyer

The tax season is among the most frustrating times of the year. From doing complex calculations to filing returns, the tax season can be challenging. Unfortunately, tax issues don’t always go as planned. Sometimes, you’ll make mistakes that have dire consequences. However, you can always engage a tax attorney, especially when you are in any of the following situations. (more…)

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Can You Declare Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Keep Your Home?

Declaring bankruptcy is a last resort for people in extreme financial difficulties, but in some cases, it’s the only way to get out from under a mountain of debt. One concern that many people have about filing for bankruptcy is whether they can keep their home. Let’s take a closer look at this important question.

Under Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Rules

The traditional form of bankruptcy is known as Chapter 7. When you declare bankruptcy under this section of the Bankruptcy Code, you are putting your assets at risk. The bankruptcy trustee will typically take your available assets to pay off your creditors unless the assets are exempt from forfeiture by state or federal law. (more…)

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Will Bankruptcy Affect Your Children? What You Need to Know

Anyone can suddenly discover their debt has overtaken their ability to repay their bills. Many people have more than their credit to worry about when they decide to file bankruptcy. Parents that avoid the process often do so because they believe the filing could make life difficult for their children. Bankruptcy may cause complications, but it does not have to end any dreams.

Student Loan Applications

Students have the same access to financial aid after a parent files bankruptcy because grants, scholarships, and federal loans do not rely on credit scores for approval. The difficulty arises if the parents hoped to co-sign a personal loan or take out a PLUS (Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students) loan. The expected family contribution may also be higher due to bankruptcy.

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5 Options for Dealing With Tax Payment

Do you owe back taxes? Have you received payment demands or other worrying letters from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)? Owing money to the IRS can be scary and confusing, but luckily, you have options. Here is a look at just five of the potential routes you may be able to take with your tax payment.

1. Short-Term Payment Plan

The IRS’s short-term payment plan is for people who can pay their tax payment within 120 days. If you work as a contractor or any other business where you get large payments followed by relatively long periods of not bringing in revenue, this option may be ideal for you.

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Filing for Bankruptcy as a Single Parent

Any single parent knows the struggle of trying to raise a child, but that difficulty only increases when bills begin to pile up. You may find that you are not able to afford the lifestyle you once had, or perhaps you realize that your child is suffering because of it.

Financial issues are one of the major reasons people get divorced in the first place, but the problems don’t end there. Many people have money problems after divorce.  Trying to make it as a single parent is challenging.  As a result, many single parents consider bankruptcy. (more…)

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The Truth About Divorce and Bankruptcy

Everyone knows that most divorces take a large emotional toll. But what about a financial toll? Most people don’t realize this aspect until they experience it firsthand. Divorce can cost you thousands of dollars upfront and exact an even larger amount of money over the course of the next several years.

Unfortunately, newly single moms often take the largest financial hit in the aftermath of a divorce. The change in finances often leads single moms to file for bankruptcy a few years after divorce.

In our blog below, we’ll talk about why many single mothers have to file for bankruptcy. We’ll discuss the warning signs of an imminent bankruptcy, then talk about why filing for bankruptcy might help, rather than hurt, your financial future. (more…)

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