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The use of asset protection strategies may prevent a home, car or other property from being seized by creditors in North Carolina. These strategies can also be used to prevent the loss of property to tax authorities or for any other reason. In many cases, asset...
Bankruptcy provides a way for individuals in North Carolina who are overwhelmed with debt to get a financial fresh start. Chapter 13 is one of several bankruptcy options that protect debtors from collection actions while they work to pay down the debt they owe....
People in North Carolina have several options for eliminating credit card debt before they apply for bankruptcy. One of the most popular methods is to use a debt repayment strategy. Instead of covering the minimum payment every month, individuals can pay larger...
When one is looking into filing for bankruptcy, the term, “means test” will undoubtedly come up, frequently. However, many of the articles on the web often skim past what the means test is and why it matters. What is the means test? Simply put, the means test is what...
There’s a lot of negative associations with personal bankruptcy. Some people think that it’s symbolic of financial failure, while other are afraid of being left destitute after their divorce is finalized. These understandings of divorce are way off base. The truth of...
We understand that these are incredibly hard financial times for people. We have decided to temporarily reduce our attorney’s fees for Ch 7 bankruptcy cases to help those that are contemplating filing a Ch 7 bankruptcy. From now until October 1st 2020, when we will...
For anyone struggling with debt and to make mortgage payments, and worried about foreclosure and holding on to their family home, personal bankruptcy options are important to understand and consider. Personal bankruptcy options may be able to help consumers and...
Debtors in North Carolina who file for bankruptcy may be able to reduce or eliminate most debt balances. In many cases, filing for bankruptcy also results in a lower credit score and tarnished credit history. Ultimately, this may jeopardize your plan to get a home...
Divorce and bankruptcy often go hand-and-hand for North Carolina residents. Financial problems often contribute to breakup of marriages or, at least, are in the mix when a couple’s relationship is on the rocks. On the other side of the coin, divorce creates a huge...
No one plans for a medical emergency, but they happen all the time in North Carolina. A sudden illness, a violent car accident, or an injury at work can leave a person in pain, unable to do their job, and struggling to keep up with their lives. Very quickly after a...
