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The role of a case trustee in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing

When debt becomes so overwhelming that Wisconsin residents consider filing for bankruptcy, they usually want to know whether the process is right for them. One detail that debtors should understand is the role of a case trustee in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing. A U.S. court appoints a case trustee to impartially administer a Chapter […]

Protecting assets and preventing repossession in Wisconsin

Residents of Outagamie County love their families and want to provide the best for them. They work hard to buy a home, car and other material possessions so that they and their families can lead comfortable lives. Several of them also use credit facilities, and pay in installments. However, an unexpected situation such as medical […]

Help for Wisconsin debtors choosing a credit counseling agency

When a Wisconsin resident is deep in debt, he or she is often desperate to seek relief. While filing for bankruptcy is a fairly common option, not many people know that a number of alternatives are available. In these debt situations, often the first step is to identify a credit counseling agency. It is important […]

Many retired Americans face harassment by debt collectors

For many people across the country, including some in Wisconsin, debt is a serious matter. Accumulated debt from credit cards, medical bills, student loans and home mortgages can make it hard for people to stay afloat financially. For many people, there is at least monthly earned income from which to pay those bills and meet […]

What are Chapter 13 discharge and Chapter 13 hardship discharge?

After an Appleton, Wisconsin, resident files for bankruptcy under Chapter 13, that person may obtain a discharge for the bankruptcy court before moving ahead with a clean slate. Therefore, understanding how the Chapter 13 discharge process works is very important. According to federal bankruptcy law, a Chapter 13 discharge can be either a normal discharge […]