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If you are considering filing for bankruptcy in Texas you may have heard that it is good idea to stop making payments in the months leading up to your filing. Don’t do this. Purposely defaulting on your payments prior to filing for bankruptcy could prevent you from getting the help you need. Here’s why: Credit  … Read more

If you are considering filing for bankruptcy in Dallas it is important to know the basics of the process before you file your petition. For many people, the best place to start is understanding of the more common terms in bankruptcy. Petition — this is the document that is used to submit your case to  … Read more

Bad idea! There are many reasons it’s better to gain the assistance of a Wichita Falls bankruptcy lawyer than trying to make the claim on your own. It may seem after a few internet searches that it isn’t necessary to obtain the help of a bankruptcy lawyer while filing for Chapter 7, but this couldn’t  … Read more

An important question in regards to bankruptcy is whether or not it will appear on future credit reports and what is allowed to be left off the reports entirely. While a bankruptcy lawyer can answer any questions in regards to particular situations and help guide you through issues that may arise, here is a general  … Read more

When you learn that a friend or loved one has filed for bankruptcy, your natural instinct is to help out. However, most people find they need guidance on what actually helps a bankrupt person and what makes the situation worse. Here are a few things not to say to a bankrupt person, as well as  … Read more