On Behalf of developers | August 4, 2018 | Foreclosure
For many decades now, owning a home has been a primary part of the American dream and a sign of some semblance of success in life. It stands to reason then that people in Mississippi who lost their homes via foreclosures likely experienced significant disappointments in addition to their financial stresses and challenges. However, they… Continue reading Home ownership after a foreclosure...
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On Behalf of developers | July 26, 2018 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Many people in Mississippi who struggle with high levels of debt might have thought about filing for bankruptcy but then not done anything about it because of fears that it might ruin them financially forever. This is far from the truth. In reality, bankruptcy is designed to not only help consumers get our from under… Continue reading How to rebound financially after a bankruptcy...
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On Behalf of developers | July 20, 2018 | Foreclosure
Despite your best efforts, there may times when circumstances (both within and outside of your control) leave you facing foreclosure on your home in Jackson. If and when this happens, do not fret; you certainly are not alone. Data shared by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation shows that one out of every 200 homes in the U.S.… Continue reading Can foreclosure ever be your best option?...
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On Behalf of developers | July 4, 2018 | Medical Debt
If you are one of the lucky people in Mississippi who has health insurance, you know that even this protection does not guarantee that you will be able to afford the care you need if and when you should need it. The cost of health care in the United States is an all-too real concern… Continue reading The excessive cost of health care in the U.S....
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On Behalf of developers | July 3, 2018 | Medical Debt
You plan relentlessly for your financial future. You want security. You carefully consider your budget and only take on debt you know you can afford. You use your credit cards responsibly, paying them off at the end of each month. Could you still find yourself facing bankruptcy? Maybe you worry that a sudden illness or… Continue reading How often do medical bills lead to bankruptcy?...
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On Behalf of developers | July 1, 2018 | Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is a huge financial decision to make. When you are faced with this possibility, you might find that everyone has some advice, opinions or cautionary tales. It is important for you to vet these before you heed them. There are many misconceptions about what bankruptcy entails. Before you decide that you are going to file… Continue reading Common myths about bankruptcy you shouldn’t believe...
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On Behalf of developers | June 29, 2018 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
The high and continually rising cost of higher education seems to all but force many people in Mississippi to take out student loans in order to fund their college degrees. In theory, these loans can be very valuable and if a person is able to get a job that pays enough after college, they may… Continue reading Some hope for consumers with student loan debt...
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On Behalf of developers | June 28, 2018 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Nobody likes losing, and for some people in Mississippi, filing for bankruptcy feels like losing. What you are losing, however, are the stress and anxiety that an overwhelming amount of debt brings. What you are gaining is a fresh start, and everyone deserves a new start. It may help you to know that there are… Continue reading Success can follow your bankruptcy...
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On Behalf of developers | June 21, 2018 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
No matter where you live, federal courts oversee all bankruptcy cases according to rules established in the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. When you file a petition for chapter 7 bankruptcy in Mississippi, the federal trustee names another trustee to oversee the case and sell any nonexempt assets that you may have, according to U.S. courts procedures. The sale… Continue reading What does a trustee do in a chapter 7 case?...
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On Behalf of developers | June 14, 2018 | Foreclosure
There are many sayings about not “rubbing salt in a wound” or “kicking someone when they are down.” Residents of Mississippi learn from their parents not to take advantage of others and a bad situation they may be facing. Unfortunately, there are still plenty of people out there that do just that. If you are… Continue reading How can I guard against foreclosure fraud?...
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