Legal Ways to Stop Creditor Harassment
The thing that often drives most people to think about bankruptcy is creditor harassment. Some creditors will go to nearly any means to get you to pay them back. However, you don’t have to jump to bankruptcy to stop creditor harassment, even though it would work. Here are several things that you can do to […]
Immediate Actions for Foreclosure: What to Do Now
If you are facing foreclosure, there are several steps to take immediately to help your situation. Foreclosure can turn your world upside down, but you can take action to take control of the situation and make sure that your interests are represented in the process. Here are the immediate actions for foreclosure that can help […]
Your First Meeting with a Bankruptcy Lawyer: What to Expect
You made the smart choice to get a fresh start on your financial life and hired a bankruptcy lawyer to help you with the process. Getting ready for your first meeting with a bankruptcy lawyer can make anyone nervous, but there is little reason to be. Your lawyer is there to help you, not berate […]
Can I Exclude Some Creditors in My Bankruptcy? (video)
In bankruptcy cases, the idea is to pay your creditors enough so that the government can discharge the rest of the debt. However, there are exemptions in the bankruptcy process. For example, you can exempt some of your property from being liquidated to pay debtors if it meets certain criteria. Is it possible to exempt […]
Debunking Common Bankruptcy Myths
Bankruptcy is a commonly known legal practice that is popular for many reasons. However, that doesn’t mean that people understand it well. Most people believe common bankruptcy misconceptions unless they have gone through it themselves. At Kain + Henehan, one of the first things that we do with new clients is try to dispel bankruptcy […]
Using Chapter 7 Bankruptcy to Get Rid of Debt
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the option to liquidate assets to pay back creditors as much as possible before discharging the remainder of your debts. You can use it as a means of getting rid of debts that you cannot handle, but you must understand how it works before considering it as an option. At Kain […]
5 Bankruptcy Red Flags That Indicate You Need an Attorney
No one wants to file for bankruptcy, but there are times when it becomes a good idea. When the bankruptcy red flags start to appear, it is time to contact Kain+ Henehan for help. It is better to start handling the problem early rather than letting it spiral too far out of control. Here are […]
Is a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Better For Me? (video)
Determining which form of bankruptcy to file is one of the parts of the process that people struggle with the most. The differences between the types of bankruptcy are complex and have a big impact on the potential outcome. In some cases, you also need to qualify to be able to file a certain type […]
What to Do About Car Repossession?
Bankruptcy comes with a variety of common issues that people worry about, such as losing your house and car. It is possible that your car can be repossessed before you file bankruptcy and people are worried that they have to give it up during a bankruptcy. This may not be the case depending on your […]
Foreclosure Prevention Strategies With a Saint Cloud Attorney
When your home is your biggest asset, having it foreclosed on can do a lot of damage to your finances and your mental state. Losing a home can be difficult to get over, which is why it is important to avoid foreclosure whenever possible. Here are several foreclosure prevention strategies that Saint Cloud attorneys think […]