If you live in Tennessee and are thinking about filing bankruptcy as a last resort to relieve you of your overwhelming debt, you likely wonder whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 is your best choice. As FindLaw explains, both types of bankruptcy have their respective...
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Will I lose everything if I file for bankruptcy?
If you are scared about losing everything you own to a Tennessee bankruptcy, take a deep breath and prepare for some good news. Filing and eventually being approved for this type of debt relief would not cause you to lose your belongings, if you were to go about the...
Master your credit universe after bankruptcy
Many people bristle at the idea of applying for bankruptcy. Even if you end up with your house and your important assets intact, you may feel as if you will wear a scarlet letter “B” for the foreseeable future. While it is true a Tennessee Chapter 7 bankruptcy will...
How personal bankruptcy allows you to keep the lights on
One of the consequences of not being able to pay your Tennessee energy bills is that one day you may come home, flick on a light switch, and find your lights no longer work. Not only that, but your television and computers will not come on, your air conditioner will...
Life after bankruptcy: The top 5 things you should do
Congratulations! You completed your Tennessee bankruptcy and have your discharge papers. Now that your financial feet are on the ground, you are ready to start over financially. Based on what you learned the past few months, this time you will find it easier to...
Ways to determine if you can file Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Anyone new to Tennessee bankruptcy proceedings is likely to be curious about whether they can qualify for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. While it is true that Chapter 13 offers the possibility of preserving assets or an entire business in the face of creditor demands, this...