Debt is a crushing force that can have negative implications throughout nearly every aspect of your life. Yet, despite this fact, a lot of people try for years, sometimes even decades, to claw themselves out of debt in hopes of securing financial stability. The sad...
Many people have been struggling to make ends meet during a difficult economy, and this situation has unfortunately also left millions of Americans with mounting medical debt with no way to pay it off. And for Texans who have fallen ill or had to take care of a loved...
Although 2020 is in the rearview mirror, millions of Americans are still struggling to get back on their feet after a year of diminished financial opportunities, medical challenges and mounting debt. For some families in Texas who face daily creditor harassment,...
Each year, it seems that the cost of college tuition is rising. Many students borrow money to attend school and while they have the intention of repaying what they owe, it may be difficult to repay the large balance plus interest that often accrues. For students with...
Those struggling with overwhelming debt likely need a break from the stress and strain of creditors. Filing for bankruptcy can help struggling consumers in a variety of ways, including through the automatic stay that can help keep creditors at bay during the process....
The costs of receiving medical care in this country continues to skyrocket. According to one report, healthcare expenses per person in this country have gone from about $350 per year in 1970 to almost $11,600 per year as of the end of 2019, which is an increase of...
The bankruptcy process is a tool that can possibly help struggling homeowners fend off foreclosure. There are different ways that the bankruptcy process may serve to help in circumstances of foreclosure that struggling homeowners should be familiar with. The automatic...
Finances and one’s credit score are important to individuals in Texas and elsewhere. These both can determine if one is able to afford a major purchase like a home or vehicle. However, certain life events can significantly impact one’s credit score. Filing for...
When the economy struggles, it can be difficult for a Texas resident to stay ahead of their financial obligations. If they lose their job, take a pay cut, or suffer an unexpected emergency like a health crisis or accident, they may feel an extra pressure to make ends...
Most Texans who are contemplating filing a petition with the United States Bankruptcy Court are concerned about keeping their house and discharging as many debts as possible. Many people who are filing a bankruptcy petition for the first time are surprised to learn...