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bankruptcy

People only file for bankruptcy because they are having a hard time paying off their debts. It seems to add insult to injury, then, when these individuals in financial hardship learn that it is not free to file. There are many expenses associated with filing for bankruptcy, including filing fees,…

blue "welcome to florida" sign

The past two decades, if not longer, have been very difficult for Florida homeowners. The Sunshine State was one of the hardest hit during the housing market crisis in 2008, and anyone in the state knows that it took Florida homeowners years to recover. Just as homeowners, and everyone else…

empty wallet

As you pursue a plan to consolidate your debt and pay creditors over several years in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you may be able to avoid liens against your secured debt. Many debtors who are going through bankruptcy utilize “lien stripping” to avoid repaying second mortgages on their real property…

Foreclosure notice, gavel and keys

If you have missed several mortgage payments and are in fear of foreclosure, or if your lender has already sent you a default notice, you may think it is time to start packing your bags. Fortunately, even if your lender has started the foreclosure process, the situation is likely not…