Bankruptcy Blog

If you’re considering bankruptcy, you might be tempted to transfer assets—like money, property, or valuables—to friends, family, or another account to “protect” them from creditors. However, transferring assets before filing bankruptcy can have serious legal consequences, potentially jeopardizing your case or even leading to criminal charges. As experienced bankruptcy attorneys, we’ve seen how these missteps…

Receiving a tax refund can feel like a financial lifeline, especially if you’re considering bankruptcy. However, if you’re planning to file for bankruptcy, you may wonder: What can I safely spend my tax refund on without jeopardizing my case? The answer depends on bankruptcy laws, the type of bankruptcy you’re filing (Chapter 7 or Chapter…

When facing both a divorce and financial hardship, one of the most pressing questions is timing: Should you file bankruptcy before or after your divorce? The answer depends on your unique financial situation, the type of bankruptcy you’re considering, and how your divorce proceedings might impact your debts and assets. In this article, we’ll break…

Bankruptcy is one invaluable tool for the small business owner to help lower high costs by ending contracts without any threat of legal damages, or, at the very least a specific formula to determine with certainty what those costs will be. At the same time the small business owner may also re-negotiate with existing creditors to help lower their overhead costs.

Here is what happens to your property during and after bankruptcy.

The first thing you must do when a debt collector calls is to inquire if indeed they are the creditor themselves–such as the actual doctor’s office or hospital business office itself.

Follow these simple tips to effectively deal with debt collectors in Colorado. 

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The Means Test Requirement for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy This  Chapter 7 Bankruptcy page sheds light on the intricacies of bankruptcy laws and proceedings, specifically focusing on the parameters of Chapter 7. Central to understanding this kind of bankruptcy is discussing the ‘means test,’ which is a determining factor for qualifying for Chapter 7. This test…

The Impact of Bankruptcy on Your Credit Score Bankruptcy is a significant financial event that can affect your credit score. It is essential to understand how bankruptcy affects your credit score, as this score plays a crucial role in your ability to secure loans, obtain favorable interest rates, and even rent an apartment or get…