Tag Archives: filing for Chapter 13
Bankruptcy and protecting your home: Part I
Unfortunately, there are many people who, to no fault of their own, fall behind on home payments and ultimately face foreclosure. Whether you are having a hard time paying your mortgage due to a medical emergency, unexpected job loss or any other reason, it is important to remember that you may have many options… Read More »
How bankruptcy can help you keep your home
If you are facing the possibility of losing your home to foreclosure, it is important that you understand that you have the right to fight back and that you have options to save your home. While there can be a number of different approaches to dealing with mortgage debt, filing for bankruptcy has a… Read More »
The statewide economic impact of home foreclosures
While foreclosure of your home brings uncertainty, options exist as you face a lengthy and stressful process.Florida is one of a handful of states that requires foreclosures to take place before a judge in a courtroom. Defendants can raise legal defenses to the action without the cost of filing a lawsuit. Referred to as… Read More »
Bankruptcy to stop foreclosure
For the millions of people across the country facing serious financial challenges, the prospect of losing one’s home can be very real and troubling. The only thing many Florida families know about foreclosure is the information their lender provides them with once the process begins, and individuals often feel as though they have few… Read More »
When you must file Chapter 13 bankruptcy over Chapter 7
The economy has shown steady improvement since the last recession a few years ago, but that does not mean people in Broward County are not still struggling financially. An unexpected medical emergency, natural disaster or health issues can easily send someone into a financial whirlwind. In many cases, people try to stay afloat by… Read More »