Georgia bill would allow use of 401(k) to pay mortgage debt (one)
Recently, two members of the Georgia legislator proposed a bill that would allow homeowners to take money from their 401(k)s…
Student loan debt is now outpacing credit card debt
As the economy struggles to get back on track, both the government and the media seem to be focusing almost…
Actor files for bankruptcy after falling victim to mortgage fraud
A prominent American actor has filed for bankruptcy after predatory lending practices left him with a mortgage loan that he…
Neighbors maintain foreclosures to protect property values
Although foreclosure notices are down by nearly 12 percent in the Atlanta metro area year-to-date, many people are still dealing…
Rapper is unable to avoid Chapter 7 liquidation
After working closely with a bankruptcy trustee to raise the funds necessary to repay creditors and exit bankruptcy without being…
Incomes fell more after the recession ended
In June 2009, when economists declared that the recession had ended, many households in Georgia and across the U.S. believed…
Hiring increases in September, but unemployment remains stagnant
In a rare instance of good news about the economy, the U.S. Department of Labor announced this week that the…
Study: Foreclosure can harm your health
It is undisputed that foreclosure can wreak havoc on your finances, your living situation, and many other areas of your…
Should you convert your bankruptcy from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7?
If you are contemplating filing for bankruptcy, one key decision you will have to make is whether to file for…
Bankruptcy increases among college graduates
Although bankruptcy has become more common in Georgia and throughout the United States, there are still several common misconceptions about…
