Jackson Mississippi Bankruptcy Law Blog
How does a Chapter 13 repayment plan work during bankruptcy?
Most individuals considering bankruptcy will either file to Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, although there are many other kinds of available as well. One of the features that set Chapter 13 bankruptcy apart from Chapter 7 is the requirement for filers to complete...
Understand these points about medical bankruptcy
Medical bills are one of the many factors that can lead Americans to file for bankruptcy protection. The high cost of care coupled with the rise in normal living expenses is leading some individuals to wonder how they are going to make ends meet. This is especially...
Taking these steps may help save your home
Nobody wants to be evicted. The thought of being forced from the home that your family has occupied for years is heartrending. If you’ve missed mortgage payments and it doesn’t look like you’ll be able to catch up, you probably worry that foreclosure is unavoidable —...
How does bankruptcy affect foreclosure?
When you’re short on money, you have to prioritize the bills -- and your mortgage payment may take a back seat to your grocery bill and utilities. Eventually, however, the bank may threaten foreclosure if you don’t catch up. Can bankruptcy help? Here are some of the...
Can the automatic stay help you?
When a consumer files for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the court issues an automatic stay that prevents creditors from trying to collect on debts. This effectively puts a halt on written demands, as well as phone calls, emails and personal visits. Some filers...
Bankruptcy could help if you’ve lost your job
You never expected to be in the position you’re in today. You’ve always worked hard, and you had put away enough savings to take care of yourself for three months if you lost your job. You never thought that you’d lose your job and be unable to find a new one within...
Try these options to get out of debt and back on track
It’s important that people aren’t in a position where they have to struggle when they don’t have to be. As someone who has been struggling financially, you know what it’s like to worry about where you’re getting your next paycheck or how you’re going to pay your...
What can Chapter 7 bankruptcy do for you?
As you review your finances, you may soon come to the conclusion that you’re facing a long uphill battle. Even with the best intentions, you may find it nearly impossible to make efficient progress in a timely manner. Should you find yourself in this position, Chapter...
Tips for using credit cards properly
Credit card debt is one of the biggest reasons that people turn to bankruptcy. This gives rise to the myth that credit cards are always a bad idea and that you should avoid them at all costs. That’s not always true. One of the best ways to build your credit back up...
Tips for using credit cards properly
Credit card debt is one of the biggest reasons that people turn to bankruptcy. This gives rise to the myth that credit cards are always a bad idea and that you should avoid them at all costs. That’s not always true. One of the best ways to build your credit back up...
