Category Archives: Chapter 13
Atlanta Bankruptcy Lawyers See Silver Lining in Rising Minimum Payments
We’ve all heard the saying when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Well, how about this one: when credit card companies give you higher minimum payments, make the decision to reduce debt for good and find a financially-secure future. OK, so it doesn’t quite have the same ring to it as the old lemonade adage…. Read More »
Chicago Bankruptcy Lawyers Caution Against Paying Minimum Balance
I’ve got good and bad news. First, the bad – credit card companies are raising minimum payments. Now, for the good – credit card companies are raising minimum payments. No, I haven’t gone crazy. You see, higher minimum payments are actually a blessing in disguise. Yes, they might be more difficult to manage if you’re… Read More »
Take a Bankruptcy Cue From the Chicago Cubs
While once upon a time a bankruptcy filing might have meant embarrassment and shame, now it means something else – a fresh start. Those who file for bankruptcy today are intelligent, responsible – heck, they’re even famous. In case you need more proof that the stigma is finally fading, here it is – even the… Read More »
Famous Folks File for Bankruptcy, Too
There’s a longstanding myth that bankruptcy is for deadbeats. But the truth is, most folks who file for bankruptcy have jobs or are actively looking for work. Most can pay some bills. Most are intelligent, responsible, God-fearing citizens. They just need a little help. If that’s not enough to convince you that bankruptcy is more… Read More »
Stand Out From the Crowd to Get Out of Debt
Whether or not we like to admit it, following the crowd is part of human nature. When we’re babies, we learn to walk and talk just like Mom and Dad. Growing up, we want the same toys, clothes, and eventually cars as our friends. As adults, we try to keep up with the Joneses by… Read More »