When your debts start spiraling out of control due to medical emergencies, job loss or other circumstances, you may feel as if you have reached the end of your rope. You may feel especially stressed if you have creditors calling you at home or at work, in which case...
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Your 401(k) when filing for bankruptcy in Tennessee
Tennessee residents filing for bankruptcy know how stressful the process can be. There are lots of questions about which assets and accounts will be impacted by the bankruptcy claim, including your 401(k) and other retirement accounts. Thankfully, retirement accounts...
Caring for family members may lead to financial issues
Medical emergencies often require taking time off from work to provide care for a spouse, parent or child. Under the Family and Medical Leave Act, employees can take up to 12 weeks off for caregiving and keep their jobs. Many companies, however, do not provide pay...
How does Chapter 7 bankruptcy affect your dog?
Because they make excellent companion animals, dogs are commonplace in Tennessee and across the U.S. In fact, the American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that almost 40% of all American households have at least one pooch. Still, because of food, medical...
Taking steps now may prevent foreclosure on your home
Like many Americans, you may be taking advantage of current mortgage forbearance protections. Unfortunately, once your forbearance period is over, you may have to begin making payments again, including repaying delinquent amounts. Restarting monthly mortgage payments...
How may I refinance a mortgage loan after bankruptcy?
The type of bankruptcy you file may determine how soon you could apply for a new mortgage loan. While the record remains on your credit report for up to 10 years, you may apply for certain types of mortgage loans within a few years after a discharge. A Chapter 7...
What happens after you file for chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Separating truth from fiction regarding bankruptcy can be a daunting prospect, and fear of the unknown stops many Tennessee residents from filing Chapter 7. Understanding what happens after you complete the process can help you decide whether it’s the right option for...
What happens to back taxes in bankruptcy?
Eliminating tax debts is not as easy as debt relief company commercials make it seem. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or overseeing state only discharges tax debt in special circumstances. Typically, bankruptcy does not wipe out most past due taxes. However,...
What happens to medical bills in bankruptcy?
You may feel overwhelmed with debt. Especially, since you faced an unexpected knee surgery last year, which also required several sessions of physical therapy afterward. You may wonder if you should consider bankruptcy. But will it wipe out the thousands you owe in...
What can you keep in Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is the lifeline that many people rely on to pull them out under from crushing financial debt. Without this option, many people would lose everything while achieving nothing. While bankruptcy clears the slate for people and allows them to start fresh, it...