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My Land Contract was Foreclosed: Can I Save My Property?
My land contract was foreclosed and the redemption period has ended. Can I still save my property? Land contracts are widely used in Wisconsin and provide the seller (usually called the “Vendor”) with various remedies if the Buyer (usually called the “Vendee”)...
I Need a Credit Card For Work: Should I Keep Using It?
Should I keep paying on my credit card accounts? I need a credit card for work. Credit cards are almost a necessity these days. If you don’t agree, try renting a car without one. Many people need credit cards for their employment, for expenses which are later...
Can a homeowner testify as to the value of the home?
We often need to put on evidence about the value of assets. We try to use experts, such as appraisers, auctioneers, or brokers. But sometimes we just do not have an expert. On occasion, the only testimony available is that of the owner. Under Wisconsin law,...
How can I discharge the divorce court order that I pay my ex-spouse’s attorney fees?
The answer depends upon a number of factors. We know that you cannot discharge any debts arising from a divorce except under Chapter 13. Using that chapter, a debtor may discharge debts which are not domestic support obligations (DSOs). Domestic support...
Can I sell my house to my child so that I can stop a foreclosure and continue to live there?
Can I sell my house to my child so that I can stop a foreclosure and continue to live there? Yes, but your child will still have to pay off the loan. We have seen a number of situations in which people file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case to stop a foreclosure sale. ...
Filing a Claim in a Bankruptcy on a Debt Beyond the Statute of Limitations
The Unexpected Bankruptcy and What to Do About It The morning mail arrives, and with it is a notice of a bankruptcy filing by a customer you have not heard from in years. The customer owes you money, and the statute of limitations has long since run so you can no...
Utility Moratorium
April 15th is an important time of year. Income taxes are due by April 15th. Leonardo Da Vinci was born on April 15th. But the reason we want to bring this to your attention is because April 15th was the last date of the energy shutoff moratorium in...
What Do I Do If My Business Has Financial Problems
One of the least asked questions startup entrepreneurs ask themselves is, “What will I do if the business has financial problems?” There are lots of seminars and courses that talk about business plans, marketing, operations, and accounts receivable management, but...
Pros and Cons of a 30 Year Mortgage
The pros and cons of a 30-year mortgage loan is a discussion I often have with my clients. They are often shocked by the amount of interest they will pay over a span of 30 years. My suggestion, though, is to get the longest possible amortization. The longer the...
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