Jul 29, 2016 | Blog, Children & Heirs, General Bankruptcy
We get this question all the time, and advise our clients that gifts or transfers of assets to friends or relatives during bankruptcy may be the worst thing they could do. Both you and the recipient might lose the asset and you might lose your right to a bankruptcy...
Jul 22, 2016 | Blog, Foreclosure, Mortgages & Foreclosures
Most, if not all states, provide homeowners with a timeframe within which to cure their default. And of course, appearing in the foreclosure suit will result in additional time prior to the entry of judgment. Depending upon the facts, such as whether or not the...
Jul 8, 2016 | Blog, Consumer Law Issues
This may be a slightly different angle, but in my experience, real estate pros are far below average when it comes to retirement asset protection. In 2008-2012, I was representing real estate pros who had net worth on paper of $10M, $20M, even $100+M shortly prior to...
Jul 1, 2016 | Blog, Credit & Credit Scores, Creditors & Credit Cards
Forgetting a creditor when your bankruptcy case is pending If you learn or notice that a creditor is not listed while the case is pending, it is a more simple fix. An amendment may be filed. The filing fee for this amendment is $26. Your legal fees will be a bit...
Jun 25, 2016 | Blog, Credit & Credit Scores, Debt Collection
I have represented thousands of people with too much credit card debt. The reasons for the debt can vary greatly, from unplanned medical bills, to an abrupt loss of employment, to gambling problems. Regardless of the reasons for the debt, there are various signs...
May 16, 2016 | Blog, Credit & Credit Scores, Creditors & Credit Cards
Many of my clients worry more about their credit scores than they need to. Credit scores can be important, however, and necessary if you want to borrow money to purchase a home or vehicle. There are even dating websites now for people who require a good credit score...
