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Are There Credit Cards in Your Wallet?

Attorney Ed WoodsMillions of Americans have revolving credit card debt. The rate of interest on credit card debt is usually very high in relation to other types of debt. These rates can vary. Many credit card rates are affected by the Federal Reserve’s benchmark rate.

Embracing Stress Rather Than Reducing Stress Could Be the Key to Improving Your Heath

Attorney Mary PoolIn my line of work, I see people frequently who are under an extreme amount of financial stress.  These people handle the stress in one of two ways, there are those who could care less if collectors are calling but just want to get their finances under control and then there are others who are scared and stressed that they have collectors calling because they don’t have the income to pay the debts.  It is how one views the stress that determines whether that stress w

What Kind of Bankruptcy Case Should I File?

Nick GajewskiWhile the process of filing and successfully completing a bankruptcy case can be difficult and complicated, it is usually fairly simple and straightforward to qualify for bankruptcy.  At Bond and Botes, Bankruptcy is our specialty.  So when I’m meeting a prospective client, I can usually determine what types of case a person is eligible for after a short conversation.  In consumer bankruptcy, a person can file for relief under ei

Lindsay Lohan’s Mother Files for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

SchiffmanDina Lohan, the mother of the infamous actress Lindsay Lohan, filed a petition for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy earlier this week. Dina, who claims to be in the hole for more than $1.5 million, filed her bankruptcy petition just in time to save her Long Island mansion from being sold in a foreclosure auction.

New York Attorney General Files Lawsuit against Student Loan Debt Relief Companies

Attorney Mary Conner PoolLast week, the Attorney General for the state of New York announced she had filed a lawsuit against nine student loan debt relief companies, a financing company, and two individuals who have leadership roles in these companies.  The lawsuit was filed in New York Supreme Court.  According to the lawsuit, the defendants used fraud and deception, as well as illegally advertised and so

What Creditors Know Can Hurt You!

Suzanne ShinnWhen I meet with an individual, the person is often shocked to find out that there are no laws requiring an individual to give information to a creditor or collector over the phone or even in writing.

Conn Sentenced to 27 Years!

I’ve previously detailed the long-running saga of Kentucky attorney Eric Conn and his co-conspirators and their fates as a result of them swindling the U. S. government out of some $550 million in fraudulent Social Security Administration (SSA) disability benefits.

The Perils Of Co-Signing Debt

Attorney Ed WoodsI recently read an interesting article in a national news magazine about strategies for dealing with co-signed debt. The article contained ideas for extracting yourself from that situation.

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Age-Herald Building
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Florence, AL 35630
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Decatur, AL 35601
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Gadsden, AL 35901
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Opelika 36801
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1302 Noble St #2C
Anniston, AL 36201
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Cullman, AL 35055
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Byram, MS 39272
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Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Vicksburg, MS 39180
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