Sawin & Shea

APRIL 26, 2023

If the creditor has your date of birth and social security number, they may be able to garnish your bank account and apply that money toward your debt balance. If that’s not possible for you, another option is to avoid it through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy court.

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Sawin & Shea

MARCH 6, 2024

You still owe everything you owed before– you just have a new lender to repay. We regularly see people who have lost time, money, and points on their credit score only to get sued and be faced with garnishments while in these programs. However, it’s important to remember that this does not eliminate debt.

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Credit Corp

JUNE 14, 2023

Lenders don’t necessarily continue to report activity for the entire limit. Pro tip: If you can’t pay your mortgage due to financial hardship, contact your lender as soon as possible. Hard inquiries occur when you apply for credit, like a new credit card, and your potential lender is evaluating your application.

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Sawin & Shea

MAY 2, 2024

Whether you’re facing foreclosure , repossession, wage garnishments, or relentless creditor harassment, our expertise in bankruptcy law can offer the protection and relief you’ve been seeking. One of our firm’s key strengths lies in our comprehensive understanding of both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy options.

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Debt Free Colorado

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This means the lender can take no property, like a house or car if you do not pay. Instead, lenders rely on your promise to pay back the money. Chapter 7 bankruptcy remains on credit reports for 10 years. Unsecured Debts in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Chapter 13 bankruptcy works differently.

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Debt Free Colorado

MARCH 3, 2023

Through a legal process called bankruptcy, some people who are unable to pay their debts can start over financially, either temporarily or permanently. Since the effects are severe and long-lasting, bankruptcy is typically seen as the last option for managing debt. Do Bankruptcies Come in Different Types?

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Sawin & Shea

JANUARY 25, 2022

For example, when you take out a home loan, you will be required to sign a mortgage which grants the lender a lien, or security interest against your home should you fall behind on payments. Instead, when a debtor fails to pay, the lender must first file a lawsuit in order to collect what is owed.

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Credit Corp

MAY 1, 2024

Debt forgiveness is when a lender reduces or eliminates the amount you owe. Chapter 13 is for debtors who don’t meet the requirements to qualify for Chapter 7 relief. If you have regular monthly income, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows you to set up a debt repayment plan. What Is Debt Forgiveness?

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Sawin & Shea

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Unsecured debt would include things like: Medical bills Credit card bills Utility bills Back rent Personal loans At the end of the bankruptcy process, the remaining balances for these types of unsecured debts will likely be forgiven. This is what is called a “surrender” under bankruptcy law.

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Sawin & Shea

JUNE 28, 2023

The law dictates that charging more than $1,000 on any card within 90 days of filing for bankruptcy without the intent to pay the bill for these charges is fraud. Plus, nonpayment of these charges can result in a judgment that garnishes your wages and bank accounts.

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Debt Free Colorado

MARCH 10, 2021

In one case, UpRight substantially delayed filing its client’s bankruptcy case for almost a year after it misrepresented that it had a local attorney who was licensed in Montana available to file the case. UpRight’s delay resulted in a creditor garnishing more than $6,000 of the debtor’s wages.

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