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Should You File For Bankruptcy Before or After a Foreclosure in Pennsylvania?

Jan 6, 2021

The timing of when a bankruptcy case might be the best option can vary depending on your circumstances, as well as intentions with your home. For those looking to stop the foreclosure process altogether and get their mortgage payments back on track, a Chapter 13...

Can I File for Bankruptcy in New Jersey because of COVID-19?

Nov 25, 2020

Businesses across the country have shut down due to COVID-19. People who were experiencing financial hardships are continuing to do so. Income has been reduced while bills continue to pile up. Many New Jersey individuals suffering under economic strain who were...

What Property is Safe from Liquidation in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in PA?

Oct 15, 2020

One of the biggest questions that people ask themselves when they are in financial trouble and contemplating filing for bankruptcy is “which of my property will I be able to keep?” Bankruptcy filings can allow you to protect certain personal assets from creditors that...

Five Important Questions You Should Ask About Filing for Bankruptcy

Sep 30, 2020

If you are dealing with growing financial debt, then it is natural to wonder about the potential of filing bankruptcy to help fix your financial situation. A successful bankruptcy can help alleviate your financial woes, but it should not be your first option. You...

Can You Change Your Philadelphia Bankruptcy Chapter?

Sep 16, 2020

There are times when Chapter 7 cases become Chapter 13 cases. There are also times when it happens the other way around. Sometimes this is the borrower's choice. At other times, the courts themselves force the change. Chapter 13 borrowers often convert to Chapter 7...

Will I Be Able to Rent a Philadelphia Apartment After Bankruptcy?

Jun 17, 2020

Bankruptcy can often mean downsizing your life. That may mean giving up a house or moving to a less expensive apartment. Rental rates are going up in Philadelphia, and apartments can be competitive. It's smart to look ahead and wonder whether you'll be able to secure...