How to Find a Complete List of Your Creditors
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, November 13, 2015
When you file for Chapter 13 or Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you must list all of your creditors.
Beware of New Bankruptcy Scam
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, October 23, 2015
Recently in Vermont, several debtors in active bankruptcy cases were targeted by a scam. The victims received a call demanding that they wire money or a warrant would be issued for their arrest.
Can Your Chapter 13 Payment Change?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Wednesday, October 7, 2015
In a Chapter 13 personal reorganization, you have an ongoing plan payment which usually is made whenever you receive a paycheck.
Failed Concert Results in Bankruptcy
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, August 21, 2015
A cancelled concert originally set for this weekend in Vancouver caused the promoters to seek bankruptcy protection.
Pitfalls of Being a Co-Signer
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, July 10, 2015
It is nearly impossible to keep a job without some form of transportation. Since many Americans cannot afford to purchase a car outright, they must resort to financing. If they have a bad or non-existing credit history, a co-signer is sometimes needed. This is often a parent, other family member, or even a friend. In a perfect world, the primary borrower would timely make all of the payments.
From Bankruptcy to the White House
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, June 19, 2015
Recently, Donald Trump announced that he was running for President. While his chances of getting elected are slim, it did make me wonder if a former President had also sought bankruptcy protection. As you may know, Mr.
Why You Need a Lawyer to File Bankruptcy
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Periodically, I witness hearings or meetings of creditors for cases that are filed Pro Se, meaning they were filed by an individual without an attorney. In the majority of these cases, it is clear that the case was filed incorrectly and that it will probably not be successful.
Debt Relief: Marvel's Other Superhero
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, May 8, 2015
There are few people in the United States who are unaware of the characters in the Marvel Universe. Whether it be from the original comics, action figures, or the numerous movie adaptations, it is hard to ignore Marvel's influence on American society.
Financial Problems After Retirement
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Monday, April 20, 2015
Your Creditor is Not Your Friend
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, March 27, 2015
Sometimes, clients are hesitant about including creditors when seeking debt relief. One reason is that they believe the creditor has their best interests in mind. It is not uncommon for people to believe that their creditors are their friends when that could not be further from the truth.