by Barbara Braziel | Nov 9, 2018 | Bankruptcy, Blog
How Many People File for Bankruptcy? According to statistics provided by the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, almost 800,000 people filed for bankruptcy during 2016. Which Type of Bankruptcy is Most Popular? Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings make up the vast majority of all...
by Barbara Braziel | Nov 6, 2018 | Bankruptcy, Blog
Finances, particularly in regards to your amount of debt, can be a struggle for anyone. If your debt is continually rising with no sign of stopping, filing for bankruptcy could be a viable option. Filing can help you avoid a complete financial meltdown. Here is a look...
by Barbara Braziel | Oct 1, 2018 | Bankruptcy, Blog
Declaring bankruptcy is a decision that affects not only yourself but also your family — in positive and negative ways. While bankruptcy can lead to increased financial stability, there are unforeseen issues that can affect other family members in a negative way. If...
by Barbara Braziel | Sep 19, 2018 | Bankruptcy, Blog
Many married couples discover they need to file for bankruptcy around the same time that they file for divorce. Dealing with either situation is difficult enough, but the two together can be overwhelming. But which should be done first? Should they be done together?...
by Barbara Braziel | Aug 13, 2018 | Bankruptcy, Blog
Unfortunately, large-scale natural disasters affected hundreds of thousands of Americans in 2017. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reported a historic year of natural disasters. FEMA reported that disasters affected 8% of the U.S. Inevitably some people...
by Barbara Braziel | Aug 9, 2018 | Bankruptcy, Blog
Taxes & Bankruptcy are complex and a nuanced area of law. Some back taxes owed to the IRS are dischargeable (erased) through bankruptcy, while others are not. Before filing for bankruptcy it is important for you to understand how you will be affected by filing,...
