Surgeries often come with a variety of complications, including challenging physical therapy and alternative, doctor-ordered regimens. Yet millions of Americans also face medical debt post-surgery -- debt that can linger for years after a medical procedure. This type...
Can creditors still collect after a repossession?
We sometimes have clients who are still dealing with bill collectors even though they have had property repossessed (such as a car or a boat) and the creditors are still trying to collect on the debt. The lender may also have “charged off” the loan, but...
Frequently Asked Questions About Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy is a major life decision, and one that doesn't come easy. The burden of financial stress can be overbearing and a lot to overcome. You've heard there are certain benefits to bankruptcy, but fear the negative impact it could have on your financial...
Are you actually a homeowner?
When you bought your first home, you were thrilled to tell everyone that you were finally a homeowner. It had been your dream for 10 years and you made it happen. But are you really a homeowner? If you saved up the money and bought that house outright, then you are....
New reporting rule will help with medical debt on credit reports
Medical debt can hurt almost as much as the condition causing it. As many as 43 million Americans have a medical bill in collections that has negatively affected their credit, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The average amount in question was...
Don’t let college debt bury your future
Going to college is something to be proud of. Continuing your education is important to your future. You plan to study hard and graduate. Your endgame is to get a respectable job in your field. College is also expensive. There are options available to college students...
