• Should You Hire A Bankruptcy Attorney Or Complete Debt Consolidation?

    Should You Hire A Bankruptcy Attorney Or Complete Debt Consolidation?

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    It can be very difficult and time-consuming to resolve your financial situation. Many believe that debt consolidation is the way to go, but for others, it makes sense to hire a bankruptcy attorney. So how do you know if you should pursue debt consolidation or hire a bankruptcy attorney? Let us be the first to…

  • Bankruptcy Attorney In Crystal River

    Bankruptcy Attorney In Crystal River

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    If you need a bankruptcy lawyer in Crystal River, Florida or Citrus County, then Mr. Jay Weller and Weller Legal Group are here to help. Mr. Weller has over 30 years of experience in Florida bankruptcy law and has filed over 40,000 cases. Weller Legal Group is able to assist you in debt settlements, Chapter…

  • Advice Negotiating With Credit Card Companies From A Bankruptcy Attorney

    Advice Negotiating With Credit Card Companies From A Bankruptcy Attorney

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    Did you know that the average credit card balance in the U.S. is over $5,000? It’s no wonder why many individuals seek advice from a bankruptcy attorney to help them manage their finances. If you’re in a similar situation, negotiating with your charge card company is one way to get ahead. It’s important to know…

  • Strategies To Manage Financial Stress

    Strategies To Manage Financial Stress

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    In today’s world, money is important, and many people in Clearwater and beyond are stressed about their finances. In fact, around the world, money and financial resources are some of the common reasons for high-stress levels. It can often feel like an unhealthy bank account naturally creates other health problems, such as anxiety, depression, and…

  • How To Manage Your Mental Health When Filing Bankruptcy

    How To Manage Your Mental Health When Filing Bankruptcy

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    While money can’t buy happiness, it can make you feel sad, embarrassed, fearful, and stressed. These emotions may cause you to put off filing bankruptcy, but instead of letting your emotions stop you, remind them that this is a financial strategy that’ll give you a fresh start. Albeit, it’ll take time, and you’ll need to…

  • Common Myths Recurring Bankruptcy And Your Credit

    Common Myths Recurring Bankruptcy And Your Credit

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    Your credit score will take a major hit, plummeting over 200 points, when you file for bankruptcy. However, if you have a lot of financial debt, bankruptcy may be the best way for you to liquidate your assets, discard or pay any debts, and get some financial relief. Therefore, when considering bankruptcy, you’ll want to…

  • TAMPA BANKRUPTCY COURT DECISION ON DISCHARGE OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR DEBT TO CUSTOMER

    TAMPA BANKRUPTCY COURT DECISION ON DISCHARGE OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR DEBT TO CUSTOMER

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    The Bankruptcy Court in Tampa rendered an important decision on whether a contractor employed to perform construction or repair services to a customer could Discharge such debt in Bankruptcy. In the case of Hollman v Morales (In re Morales) an individual hired the debtor, a handyman, to conduct repairs on his mobile home. The customer…

  • TAMPA BANKRUPTCY COURT DECISION RELATING TO TAX REFUNDS

    TAMPA BANKRUPTCY COURT DECISION RELATING TO TAX REFUNDS

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    A Bankruptcy Judge in Tampa delivered an important decision regarding tax refunds in Bankruptcy. On July 20, 2022, Bankruptcy Judge CJ Delano rendered a decision regarding whether a debtor may retain a portion of a tax refund received in the amount of $5,500. The debtor claimed $3,750 of such refund as exempt. The debtor’s argument…

  • TAMPA BANKRUPTCY COURT IMPORTANT DECISION REGARDING DISCHARGE OF INCOME TAX DEBT

    TAMPA BANKRUPTCY COURT IMPORTANT DECISION REGARDING DISCHARGE OF INCOME TAX DEBT

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    A Bankruptcy Judge in the Tampa Bankruptcy Court delivered an important decision regarding the Discharge of Income Tax Debt in Bankruptcy on August 23, 2022. The debtor filed what is referred to as an adversary proceeding seeking to Discharge numerous hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax debts. The Internal Revenue Service responded and argued…

  • Introducing Your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee’s Role

    Introducing Your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee’s Role

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    Undergoing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is both stressful and time-consuming. You feel as though your life is in the court’s hands as they determine your disposable income and decide upon an amount that’ll be used towards repaying your debts over the next 3 to 5 years. They’re also the ones who will determine whether you…

  • What it Means to File Bankruptcy on a Car Loan

    What it Means to File Bankruptcy on a Car Loan

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    There are a lot of people who mistakenly believe that if they file for bankruptcy, they’ll wipe out their car loan and still keep their vehicle. Unfortunately, this isn’t true. While bankruptcy unwinds your obligation to pay back your car loan, you still need to make payments if you want to keep your vehicle. Here…

  • 5 Tips When Preparing To File for Bankruptcy

    5 Tips When Preparing To File for Bankruptcy

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    Filing bankruptcy could be one of the biggest financial decisions you ever take. It can have significant implications for your finances and your personal life over the next few years and beyond. Therefore, it’s important to consider what is involved with filing bankruptcy and what you can do in order to prepare better for this…