If you own a home and are considering filing for bankruptcy, one of the first questions probably is "Can I keep my home?" And if you're reading things online (which we all do), you may have read some scary stories about how people lost their home in a bankruptcy. It...
Bankruptcy
Solutions for Dealing with Medical Debt
Medical debts can be overwhelming, especially if they are a large amount and you're not sure of how you're going to pay them. In today's video, we discuss different approaches to resolving medical debt, including considering bankruptcy. If you are in Washington...
What To Do If You’re Past Due On Your Mortgage
Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming and there's a lot of misinformation about how to stop your foreclosure. If you're facing foreclosure in Washington State, today's video will go over what your options are available to you to stop the foreclosure and save your...
Timeline Of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most common type of bankruptcy we file for individuals at our office. Chapter 7 has the shortest timeline, at just a little over 90 days (in most cases) from when the case is filed until your discharge. In today's video, we're going...
The Bankruptcy 341 Hearing- The “Meeting of Creditors”
There can be a lot of questions about what to expect at your bankruptcy 341 hearing, also known as the "meeting of creditors." In today's video, we're going to go over what to expect, what questions you might be asked, and how Chapter 7 may benefit you. If you...
Why Someone May File For Bankruptcy
There are many different reasons a person may be having trouble making ends meet. Some common reasons that people find themselves in financial hardship include medical debt, credit card debt and other unplanned expenses. If you are facing an unimaginable...
Limits on Wage Garnishment
A wage garnishment is an order that requires your employer to withhold a certain amount of money from your pay and send it directly to the creditor who issued the garnishment. For some debt, such as credit card payments or a doctor’s bill, a money judgement...
Filing Bankruptcy To Stop Your Foreclosure
Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming and there's a lot of misinformation about how to stop your foreclosure. If you're facing foreclosure in Washington State, today's video will go over what bankruptcy options are available to you to stop the foreclosure and save...
Alternatives to Bankruptcy
If you are struggling with debt, bankruptcy might be a good option but if you are averse to the idea of filing for bankruptcy, consider alternative steps for digging out of debt. In some situations, a non-bankruptcy course of action may be your best remedy. Even...
Can You Refinance Your Home While In A Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a reorganization of one’s debts as a repayment plan based on what you can afford to pay. It can last from three to five years. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a powerful tool for you to regain control of your financial life and get a good fresh...
