Bankruptcy Basics

Alternatives To Bankruptcy–Is Bankruptcy The Best Option?

10/26/12

In my prior posts, I discussed various alternatives to bankruptcy.  I discussed debt management plans; debt settlement, and other strategies.

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Should I Be Worried About Going To My Meeting of Creditors?

10/26/12

After you file a bankruptcy case, you are required to attend a meeting of creditors.  This is scheduled for about a month after your petition is filed, and is usually the only appearance you will need to make during the bankruptcy process. Should you be nervous about it? Probably not, especially if your bankruptcy lawyer knows what he or she is doing.

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Alternatives to Bankruptcy–Debt Settlement–New Info!

10/22/12

I have been writing about alternatives to bankruptcy.  In an earlier post, I discussed debt settlement.

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Alternatives to Bankruptcy: Is A Debt Management Plan Right For Me?

10/17/12

I have been discussing alternatives to bankruptcy that started with my first post.  We have now come to an alternative of dealing with your debts through what is called a “debt management plan” or DMP.

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Alternatives to Bankruptcy: Debt Settlement-Is It Feasible?

10/12/12

As I stated in my prior post, another way that you can deal with your debts is to attempt to settle your debts with your creditors.  You can do this yourself or through any of numerous “debt settlement” agencies that typically populate television and the internet.  Is a “debt settlement” a feasible alternative to bankruptcy?

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