For many people filing their federal income tax return is followed by the anticipation of receiving a refund check from the government. This annual refund becomes part of an individual’s yearly budget. When filing a bankruptcy the question arises of what becomes...
Very few people want to file for bankruptcy. Unfortunately, bankruptcy is the best option available to address significant debt or foreclosure in many situations. One of the first questions every potential debtor has is, “what can I keep?” This is...
Filing for bankruptcy is not an easy decision. Many people will try to find ways to avoid filing, often moving debt from one credit card to another or borrowing more money to pay for existing obligations. One of the reasons people choose to avoid bankruptcy is they do...
People in California file for bankruptcy for a variety of reasons, from simply being overwhelmed by debt to attempting to stop a mortgage foreclosure. After making the decision to file for bankruptcy and going through the process and obtaining a discharge, people...
Once someone receives a bankruptcy discharge and a fresh start, they imagine things will only improve. For the vast majority of people, that is true. However, for others, the bills and financial obligations start building up again. After they have taken advantage of a...
People file for bankruptcy for many different reasons. They also come from many different walks of life. Often, someone who owns a construction or remodeling business falls on hard economic times and looks to bankruptcy as a relief. California also has many family...
