Monthly Archives: May 2014

What Happens To Personally Guaranteed Debt In A Business Bankruptcy?

When a business files for bankruptcy and closes its doors, it is filing a chapter 7 bankruptcy. This means that the company or corporation will no longer operate under that name and will no longer transact any business whatsoever under that name. Provided the corporation has no assets, creditors are unable to collect on their […]

When Debt Has Got You Down…..Consider This!

If you are struggling financially, please know that help is available. You do not have to go through another spring and another summer with financial problems. Have you looked into filing bankruptcy? Have you looked into reorganizing under chapter 13? Have you explored all of your options to get out of this debt? If not, […]

What Happens To Unsecured Creditors If They Don’t File A Claim?

One of the many benefits of filing a chapter 13 bankruptcy case is the ability to repay creditors less than what’s owed in many cases. Some cases don’t require a full payment to unsecured creditors. This all depends upon the income and expenses of the debtor as well as the debtor’s ability to repay the […]

Credit Card Spending Can Lead To Bankruptcy Filing

In Chicago and around the country, people are over spending on their credit cards. Maybe it’s the have it now, pay for it later mentality. Maybe it’s the convenience of not having to carry cash. Maybe it’s the enticements of rewards by using the card. Whatever the reason, folks have become too reliant on credit […]

If I Fall Behind On My Chapter 13 Trustee Payments, Will My Case Be Dismissed?

A successful chapter 13 requires you to make timely, monthly payments to a chapter 13 trustee over the life of your plan. The plan could last anywhere from 36 to 60 months typically. Your plan may run less than that provided you pay off the debt in full. If you fall behind on your trustee […]