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South Carolina Bankruptcy Median Income Figures Change March 15

South Carolina Bankruptcy Median Income Figures Change March 15

March 8th, 2010

Bankruptcy Median income figures change again on March 15.  Unless your debts are primarily business debts, these figures help the court determine whether or not you must complete the means test ...
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Credit Card Reform is No Joking Matter! (Or is It?)

Credit Card Reform is No Joking Matter! (Or is It?)

March 5th, 2010

I don't like credit card issuers. They are the financial equivalent of drug pushers. They get you hooked, and as long as you don't overdose, they make huge sums of money from interest, merchant fees, ...
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Bankruptcy Experiences #1

Bankruptcy Experiences #1

February 27th, 2010

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott I have a confession to make.  I feel sorry for creditors' attorneys.  Most of the time they represent institutions--faceless corporations. They deal with someone in the ...
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Mortgage Modification–You Need Help, But Is It A Scam?

Mortgage Modification–You Need Help, But Is It A Scam?

February 22nd, 2010

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Attorney, Russell A. DeMott With so many layoffs and the real estate market meltdown, you may be struggling financially.  Mortgage modification may seem like just what you need. Unfortunately, many homeowners ...
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Obtaining Credit After You’ve Filed Bankruptcy

Obtaining Credit After You’ve Filed Bankruptcy

February 18th, 2010

Guest Post Written by Mesa, Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyer, Samuel Woodruff While there is no quick solution to getting your credit back on track after filing bankruptcy, there are a few things that you should ...
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Bankruptcy Filings are Caused by Financial Deregulation

Bankruptcy Filings are Caused by Financial Deregulation

February 15th, 2010

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott The need to file bankruptcy is, of course, connected with the economy.  In turn, the economy is affected by regulation--or lack of regulation.  Elizabeth Warren is ...
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Filing Bankruptcy and My Security Clearance

Filing Bankruptcy and My Security Clearance

February 8th, 2010

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Let’s face it. Military families are not immune to financial problems. Here in the Charleston, South Carolina area, there’s a strong military presence with the Charleston ...
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Bankruptcy for Senior Citizens: Older Clients Have Unique Needs

Bankruptcy for Senior Citizens: Older Clients Have Unique Needs

January 31st, 2010

Guest Post Written by Atlanta Bankruptcy Lawyer, Jonathan Ginsberg Bankruptcy lawyers throughout the country report a significant increase in the number of seniors seeking federal bankruptcy protection. In my Atlanta area bankruptcy practice, ...
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Bankruptcy Don’ts: Defining Stupid

Bankruptcy Don’ts: Defining Stupid

January 29th, 2010

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott It started with a text message from my friend, Frank.  “Skeet shooting? 4-wheelers?,” it said.  I figured he meant one or the other, both of which ...
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Tim Clue: Face Your Debts Head On! (Sort of)

Tim Clue: Face Your Debts Head On! (Sort of)

January 26th, 2010

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Let's face it.  Debt isn't funny, nor is bankruptcy.  But sometimes you need a break from the stress and worry.  Check out comedian Tim Clue as ...
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