Do You Owe Back Income Taxes?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Tuesday, December 15, 2015
A five million dollar judgment would most likely be a large enough debt to send someone into bankruptcy, but not necessarily someone like Curtis Jackson, AKA 50 Cent, the rapper reportedly worth $155 million dollars. However, the bigger issue for him was owing back taxes.
Avoiding Holiday Season Scams
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Monday, December 14, 2015
Planning a Holiday Budget Will Help Ease the Season’s Financial Burden
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, December 11, 2015
Two weeks until the big day….Christmas Day! Although it is 70 degrees here in Alabama, the trees are lit and the fake snow is falling at the shopping malls. No matter what aspect of the season you and your family celebrate, it is easy to get caught up in the spirit of the season. Everyone feels a little more generous during the month of December.
Does Bankruptcy Stop Your Pending Lawsuit Against another Entity?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Thursday, December 10, 2015
When you file Bankruptcy, you stop all collection activity against you, which includes any lawsuits or garnishment filed by creditors in an attempt to recover funds from you.
Can You Sell Your House While in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a debt consolidation bankruptcy where you reorganize your debt. One of the primary benefits of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, as opposed to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, is that a Chapter 13 often allow
Charitable Giving and Tax Deductions
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Tuesday, December 8, 2015
The holiday season is upon us once again. This time of year, many people are motivated to give to charities. While there are many obvious benefits to charitable giving, one additional benefit to the giver is that their contribution might entitle them to a charitable contribution deduction against their income tax.
Security Clearance Investigations in the News Again
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Monday, December 7, 2015
Whenever stories or reports are published regarding security clearance lapses, there is usually a move by the Pentagon or Congress to redouble the efforts for investigations and to tighten the scrutiny with regard to security clearances. This has happened in the past after the
Common Pitfalls in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy with Tax Debt
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, December 4, 2015
Through the years, I have seen several common pitfalls for clients in Chapter 13 bankruptcy involving tax-related debts.
Stricter Penalties for Bankruptcy Filers on Bankruptcy Forms as of December 1, 2015
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Thursday, December 3, 2015
Social Security Disability Program Money Crisis Averted
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Some of you may recall my August 5, 2015 blog entry Is the Social Security Administration’s Disability Program Running Out of Money?