Refinancing your home in Tennessee after you have gone through bankruptcy is possible. You may have to meet certain conditions to apply for a refinance, depending on the lender. Eligibility for refinancing The type of loan you have influences how long after the...
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Getting a mortgage after bankruptcy or foreclosure
If you lost your last Tennessee home to foreclosure, it can be significantly harder to get a mortgage. Getting a home loan can also be difficult if you have a bankruptcy on your credit report. Fortunately, it may still be possible to get a home loan even if you have...
What to know about debt relief companies
Working with a Tennessee debt relief company may seem like an effective way to fix your financial issues. However, the truth is that doing so may not be enough to avoid a default, repossession or foreclosure. The following examines the potential problems that you may...
Common types of bankruptcy fraud in Tennessee
Many people and businesses in Tennessee consider bankruptcy as a last resort when they are drowning in debt. Though it damages your credit score for a few years, it gives you the opportunity to clear your debts and start a new or reorganize your business. However, the...
Common bankruptcy myths debunked
Bankruptcy in Memphis is a legal process to remove certain unsecured debts, such as credit cards and medical bills. However, it gets a bad reputation from the many myths that still exist. Myth: Consumers lose everything Many consumers file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which...
What can you do when you fall behind on your mortgage?
For months now, your financial issues made it hard to climb out of an ever-present quagmire. You may file for bankruptcy, but before that, you must ensure you and your family remain in your home. Bankrate offers suggestions for catching up on your home loan. Use their...
When should I file bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy can be a helpful financial tool for many situations, but it is not always the answer. You should make sure that you do not file without considering your finances. Keep in mind that there are limitations on how often your can file, so you want to be sure...
When do debt collection practices become illegal?
When your debts begin to spiral out of control, you may find yourself fielding seemingly constant phone calls and communications from your creditors. Your creditors have a right to try to collect what you owe them. However, this does not give them free rein in terms...
How do Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies differ?
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...
How does the automatic stay work?
When you file for any type of consumer bankruptcy, the court issues an automatic stay immediately. This stay gives you protection against debt collectors. According to Cornell Law School, the automatic stay prevents debt collectors from collecting the debts you owe....