With either Chapter 13 bankruptcy or Chapter 7, you want to create a budget for your post-bankruptcy life. It’s crucial with Chapter 13 since you have a repayment plan based on what you can afford. Even with Chapter 7, though, which gives you a fresh start and...

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing enables you to have your debts wiped out without you having to make payments to the bankruptcy trustee to help pay them off. There are specific requirements for filing a Chapter 7, so it is imperative that anyone considering this option...

Divorce can be very damaging for your personal finances. First of all, you will have to split what you own with your former spouse. In some cases, you may also have to pay spousal support, also known as alimony, or child support. Beyond that, you could incur thousands...