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Your children rely on regular child support payments for all kinds of necessities: food, clothing, shelter, medical attention. It’s every parent’s responsibility to care for his or her child, and child support payments are a way of enforcing a non-custodial parent’s debt to his or her children. So what happens when the person supposed to make the payments files for bankruptcy? Will it put your children’s welfare into jeopardy? Can your children afford bankruptcy?

Fortunately, even during bankruptcy proceedings, a parent is still required to make his or her court-ordered child support payments. The welfare and care of the children is considered a top priority under American law, and these obligations take precedence over the relief afforded by filing for bankruptcy. The recent Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA) helps clarify the rules surrounding such payments, and re-emphasizes the importance of providing for and caring for one’s children.

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a type of liquidation bankruptcy, in which non-exempt property is sold. The sale of these items is used to pay off one’s creditors. For example, if you owe $10,000 to the bank and can’t pay it, you can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and the money made from the sale of your possessions is used to pay off that debt. Under the BAPCPA, the continued support of any children is considered a serious priority, and proceeds from the sale go towards your court-ordered payment plan first, before creditors are able to take the money. Continue reading ‘How Bankruptcy Affects Child Support Payments’ »

Are you in a bad spot right now? Maybe you’re facing a lot of debt because of illness, injury, or just hard times. If you want out of debt, you have many options to get on the right track. Just like everyone else, you want the very best for yourself and your family, but the bottom line is that you have to survive.

If you feel like your debt obligations are overwhelming, you may be thinking that the best option is to file for bankruptcy. While you should not take this route unless you are sure that you do not have any other options, there are ways of telling what you can do, and many people to help you through your difficult financial problems.

One of your options is to seek out financial counseling. This might sound like just another thing for you to have to worry about paying for, but it is not. You should not have to pay for a bankruptcy evaluation. There are many places that offer free bankruptcy evaluation and consultation.

Do not pay for services like these, otherwise you will not be sure if you are getting honest help. Friends and family might have advice for you during this time in your life, and this is fine. However you should always ask someone who is experienced in bankruptcy evaluation and consultation before you decide if bankruptcy is right for you. Continue reading ‘Perhaps Bankruptcy Can Get You Back on Track’ »

We have many obligations to face in life. And, one of these obligations is to pay different taxes like income tax, property tax and many others. Since we have many obligations and not just these taxes, we sometimes take paying taxes for granted. This will cause a very big problem to non-payers.

Not being able to pay your taxes, (property taxes in particular) may lead to the following problems:

You may lose your property or house. Unpaid property tax leading to delinquent property tax may lead to losing your property. However, there are still second chances given. So, if ever you are given more time to pay your delinquent property tax, find a solution for this right away or you may really end up losing your property. You may only be given two years to settle your unpaid taxes. Continue reading ‘Pay Your Property Tax Or Lose Your Property’ »

In today’s economy, unemployment, salary cuts, and mandated furlough days, are the primary reasons for the overuse of credit cards. It is reported that most households own and use at least 3 credit cards with balances of over $3,000 on each card. Credit cards with high interest rates, late fees, and penalties, are being used to pay for customary living expenses and supplement loss of income. Many consumers are seeking the help of a credit card debt consolidation loan to reduce monthly obligations and pay off debt through a more manageable means.

A consolidation loan combines credit card debt into one larger loan that carries a lower, fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. This debt relief system is a practical consumer-friendly method of reducing personal debt, lowering monthly payments, and shortening the schedule of repayment time. Many online sites offer potential clients an overview of what a consolidation loan will accomplish to help with their financial recovery from credit card debt. Online sources are available and present a fast and convenient method to assess personal finances with the assistance of an online loan representative. Meeting with loan officers at local banks and lending institutions will afford a means of comparison for the best available rates for a credit card debt consolidation loan. Continue reading ‘How Do I Find a Good Credit Card Debt Consolidation Company?’ »

What is the best consolidation company to go with? There are many out there so don’t be fooled. The best company will have your interest at heart and treat you like family, after all it is a commitment usually lasting anywhere from 3-5 years. This relationship can be good or bad depending on your commitment and them fulfilling their obligations. Debt consolidation is pretty much a last resort before filing bankruptcy. Although they can help you eliminate debt, they cannot erase the marks on your credit file. The debts can be paid however the marks on your credit score can cause problems with finding a job, buying a car and a house or even renting an apartment.

If you decide to go with consolidation deciding which is the best one takes an bit of effort. Researching the companies reputation and checking with the Better Business Bureau can do wonders in helping you decide. There are no good or bad companies, these consolidation businesses still have to abide by the laws and regulations of the state. If your credit debt is outstanding of $5,000-$10,000 chances are you will be paying between $200.00-$400.00 per month which includes the fee from the company you are using. Debt consolidation is a great fix for piece of mind but requires a commitment.

Unsecured debts are debts normally consolidated, these are debts that have no collateral or in easier terms, they are not secured by something else you own. Homes and cars are considered secured loans. All credit cards are considered unsecured. Finding the best company is easy, they are all fairly descent, some have better response times to questions. Others have a friendlier staff but the best bet is to check with the BBB and get the straight answer before signing on the dotted line. Continue reading ‘What is the Best Debt Consolidation Service to Go With?’ »