20 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Thinking About Filing for Bankruptc...

09/26/11

MISTAKE #1: Taking out a second mortgage against your home, often called a home equity loan. You can’t borrow your way out of debt. Many people hope to avoid Illinois bankruptcy by getting a home equity loan to pay off medical bills, credit card debt, and other obligations. And, not surprisingly, banks and other lenders [...]

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