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Pittsburgh Area Bankruptcies Drop in Second Quarter
According to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Pittsburgh has experienced a decrease in the number of bankruptcy filings by local businesses this year. The Pittsburgh Business Times reports that data from the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts showed a significant drop in bankruptcy filings by Pittsburgh-area businesses — only 55 were recorded […]
Things to Consider Before Filing Bankruptcy
Thousands of people file bankruptcy in Pennsylvania for various reasons. Some file to save their home in the face of foreclosure. Others may file because they lost their jobs and the debts just keep accruing. The circumstances leading up to bankruptcy are never simple, and the decisions you make before you file may become defining […]
Am I Guaranteed a Discharge at the End of My Bankruptcy Case?
Hard financial times put some people in a position where it is difficult to keep up with their bills. Whether your debt has accumulated over a period of time or as a result of a serious emergency situation, filing bankruptcy can provide much needed relief by wiping out debt. Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 […]
Debtor Education and Credit Counseling
Bankruptcy can be a good option for people who have difficulty meeting their financial obligations. Whether you choose to file under Chapter 7 liquidation or Chapter 13 reorganization the bankruptcy court requires that you participate in pre-bankruptcy credit counseling and pre-discharge debtor education. The counselors in both sessions should review your entire financial situation in […]
Why You May Want Credit Restoration After Filing Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy can be an emotionally charged decision. You want to pay your debts, but the financial challenges can be overwhelming, especially in this economic climate. Filing for bankruptcy can lift the financial burden and provide a second chance for consumers with unmanageable debts. But how does a bankruptcy appear on your credit report […]
Financial Troubles Can Hit Anyone: But There’s Hope
As the US unemployment rate continues to rise and fall unpredictably, and medical bills and credit card debt soar, more families hit hard by financial troubles look for solutions. No one is immune, not even the family of an Olympic champion who has the potential earning power of a Fortune 500 executive. Recently the mother […]
Special Rules for Divorce and Bankruptcy
Sometimes financial problems are stress factors that lead to divorce. And, people who decide to divorce often consider bankruptcy as well. So, while divorce and bankruptcy may go hand in hand, it is important to realize that divorce changes the rules somewhat for bankruptcies. Divorce and bankruptcy become associated in several ways. Divorce addresses debts […]
What is a Trustee’s Role in a Bankruptcy Case?
There are two types of trustees, the trustee who immediately oversees a particular bankruptcy case, and the U.S. Trustee. Trustees A trustee is a private individual or corporation assigned by the bankruptcy court system to oversee a particular bankruptcy case. The trustee’s role in overseeing a bankruptcy involves various functions such as: Liquidating estate assets […]
How Do I Pay for My Bankruptcy Attorney?
It may seem counter-intuitive, but it’s a fact – filing for bankruptcy and hiring a bankruptcy attorney costs money. But how do you get that money if you are filing for bankruptcy? Aren’t you filing for bankruptcy because you have no money to spare? Just because you are lacking in funds doesn’t mean you shouldn’t […]
Personal Organization and Bankruptcy
Some people are naturally organized. Some aren’t. If you are a naturally disorganized person, however, it would be to your benefit to work on some organizational skills if you are considering filing for bankruptcy. Keeping things organized helps both you and your attorney keep track of all the paperwork and items involved in […]
