Financial columnist urges caution about debt settlement
It is not a surprise to learn that debt relief is on the minds of many Wisconsin residents. Overwhelming debt remains a nationwide problem and most people would grasp at anything that seems like a solution. Debt settlement companies offer plans and programs that seem foolproof, but one financial columnist with NerdWallet cautions people to […]
When your degree does not lead to a high paying job
Student loans seemed like a great idea when you first started college. You could pay for your tuition, graduate and earn enough money to make the payments. Unfortunately, you only have a six-month grace period before you have to make that first post-graduation payment. When you are earning entry-level wages and trying to pay rent […]
How an attorney can assist with a chapter 7 bankruptcy
Here is a scenario we have seen with our clients. You have been struggling with your debt for a long time. After trying desperately to sort out the situation and get back on track, you finally realize chapter 7 bankruptcy is your solution. You assume that because you are so far in debt, working with […]
Many people with cancer have to worry about bankruptcy, too
When you first get diagnosed with a chronic or life-threatening illness, you worry mostly about your health and future. Will you see your children (or grandchildren) graduate school? Will the treatments cause pain and discomfort? Will you be part of the percentage of people who “beat” this condition? Very few people think about the financial […]
Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Wisconsin | An overview
If you are like most residents in the Appleton region of Wisconsin, filing for bankruptcy is the last debt relief solution on your list of options. People naturally fear bankruptcy even though it does not carry the stigma it once did. When you realize that this option is your best choice, you must then decide […]
Filing a bankruptcy in the middle of an emergency
Most of the time, people facing financial disaster should avoid rushing the process of filing for bankruptcy. After all, a bankruptcy that works in your best interests benefits from careful planning and preparation. Unfortunately, life does not always give those facing financial problems time to prepare. What would you do if an emergency arose while […]
Student loans and undue hardships
Have you heard that it’s impossible to discharge student loans in bankruptcy? This is a very common myth. Though it can be difficult and it is not a viable option for everyone, it is not impossible. The key is to show that the student loans are more than just debt you don’t want to pay […]
