Part of the bankruptcy process in Florida involves appointing a trustee. This is a person appointed by the bankruptcy judge. The trustee’s job is to manage your bankruptcy filing. A trustee is a neutral party, meaning they do not act on your behalf or on behalf of...
Financial troubles can strike at any time. Many are not prepared to deal with this stress, especially when it begins to snowball into a larger and less manageable issue. While budgeting can aid those in Florida and elsewhere, the reality is that this is not always a...
If you’re facing debt woes, you’re probably looking for a way out of your struggle. At the same time, you might be worried about what bankruptcy will mean for your hard-earned assets. After all, some bankruptcy proceedings, such as those filed under Chapter 7 of the...
Choosing to file for bankruptcy is a difficult decision that should not be taken lightly. Chapter 13 bankruptcy differs from Chapter 7 bankruptcy in several ways and has different eligibility restrictions. Here are a few of the key differences you should note before...
If you are struggling with debt and looking for a way to get a fresh start, you may have considered filing for bankruptcy. But which type of bankruptcy is right for you? In this blog post, we will explain what Chapter 13 bankruptcy is, how it differs from Chapter 7,...
You may have filed for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, believing it was the right solution for your situation. Unlike a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which discharges all your qualifying debts, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy sets you up with a payment plan for your debts. A Chapter 13...
In today’s economy, many hardworking Floridians find themselves struggling with debt. After all, life is expensive and unexpected costs happen. When debt becomes unmanageable, bankruptcy can offer a critical lifeline to financial stability. An individual may consider...
During these trying times, for many in our state, debts are piling up. These include medical debt, student loan debt, credit card debt, etc. Times are tough, and when times are tough, our financial lives usually suffer. This is when bankruptcy may become a viable...
Filing for bankruptcy under Chapter 13 may affect your credit score. But there are ways to improve your credit. Chapter 13 A Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows debtors to repay their debts over an extended number of years. This filing causes less harm to your credit rating...
If you have decided to file for bankruptcy, you may have the option to file for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 13 bankruptcy differs from Chapter 7 in terms of eligibility criteria, as well as advantages and disadvantages. Eligibility Generally, a...
