Required Federal Bankruptcy Education Provides Little Benefit
In 2005, the federal government revamped the process of filing for personal bankruptcy, instituting many new requirements of bankruptcy filers.…
In Georgia, Illegal Foreclosure Practices Go Unnoticed, Part Two
Earlier this week, we talked about the effects of the foreclosure investigation on Georgia homeowners. According to lending industry officials,…
In Georgia, Illegal Foreclosure Practices Go Unnoticed, Part One
We’ve repeatedly discussed the ongoing investigation into illegal foreclosure practices and the resulting uncertainty that continues to affect homeowners across the country.…
Bankruptcy Can Affect Mental Health
Most of us are familiar with the feelings that come with financial struggles: stress, frustration, anxiety, and humiliation, to name…
Mortgage Lenders Prefer Foreclosure to Short Sales
When a home goes into foreclosure, the homeowner is not the only party that loses money. The mortgage lender also…
Americans Spend Less for the First Time in 25 Years
Although the recession began several years ago, the nation’s collective financial problems did not seem to affect Americans’ everyday consumer…
Georgia Foreclosures Remain Halted As Lenders Resume Seizures
We wrote last week about the nationwide investigation into “robo-signing” and other illegal foreclosure practices and the resulting voluntary foreclosure…
More Georgia Seniors Filing for Bankruptcy
Most of us envision our retirement years as something of an adventure – a time to travel, take up hobbies,…
Georgia Joins Nationwide Foreclosure Investigation
After several large mortgage lenders halted foreclosure auctions and evictions after widespread claims of illegal foreclosure practices, Georgia is joining…
Private Student Loans May Soon Be Dischargeable in Bankruptcy
A bill making its way through the U.S. House of Representatives would allow private student loans to be discharged in…
