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When is it time to Consider a BK Lawyer in Las Vegas for Your Business?

Rumor has it that the economy is on the road to recovery. Unfortunately, businesses are still suffering from years of the economy being in the trash. If you are the owner of a small business that is struggling financially, you might be wondering whether or not it is time to consider talking to a BK…

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Will My Co-signer’s Credit Be Affected If I File For Bankruptcy?

Many people hesitate to file for bankruptcy for fear of harming their co-signer’s credit. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to file for bankruptcy while keeping your co-signer’s credit fully intact, although this wasn’t always the case. Here is what you need to know if you have a co-signer and are considering filing for…

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Can I Be Evicted While I File For Bankruptcy?

Many people assume that the cost of filing for bankruptcy may interfere with paying for essential bills like rent and utilities, possibly leading to an eviction. The truth is that the Automatic Stay protection immediately stops the collection process for many existing debts, and may even provide protection from foreclosure or eviction. Here’s what you…

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Left a Creditor off the Creditor Mailing List? Here’s How to Fix it

A creditor mailing matrix (or creditor mailing list) is an alphabetical list of all the people and companies to which you owe money. Any debts you owe to a creditor that are not listed in your creditor mailing matrix will not be discharged through your bankruptcy case. In bankruptcy proceedings, a notice that you’re filing…

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Can Debt Collectors Call You at Work? Know Your Rights

If you fall behind on your payments, your creditor may sell your debt to a collections agency or debt purchaser. While creditors and their debt collection agencies are allowed to take reasonable actions to collect money from you, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) grants you certain rights to protect you from harassment. The…