People experiencing temporary financial hardship may start to become quite anxious if they miss a mortgage payment. After all, the home where they live serves as the collateral for the mortgage, and it could be vulnerable at any point until they pay off the loan. Most...
Bankruptcy
Why do some people facing foreclosure file for personal bankruptcy?
Foreclosure is one of the worst possible outcomes after investing in real estate. People who have spent years making payments toward a mortgage could lose their homes because of temporary financial hardship. Those concerned about their financial circumstances...
3 ways to restructure credit card debt in Connecticut
Credit cards can be helpful, which is why millions of Americans use them. However, it isn’t always that straightforward. Credit card debt can quickly become unmanageable. Fortunately, there are ways to restructure it to make repayment easier. In Connecticut,...
2 financial options that likely won’t ease financial troubles
People who realize that they have more bills than they have money may become concerned and start looking for options to take control of their debts. This is a challenging place to be in because financial insecurity can be scary. For some people, options like payday...
Why is bankruptcy so stigmatized in society?
Bankruptcy is often viewed as a personal failure—a mark of poor financial judgment or irresponsibility. In society, the word alone carries a stigma that conjures images of shame, ruined reputations and an end to future opportunities. Yet, paradoxically, bankruptcy...
Will filing for bankruptcy affect my kids?
Filing for bankruptcy can feel overwhelming, especially if you have children at home. As a parent, it’s natural to worry about how this decision might affect them. The good news is that bankruptcy is designed to help families rebuild their finances, and it usually has...
How fast can a lender foreclose?
If you miss a single mortgage payment, you are technically in violation of your loan terms and considered to be in default. However, this doesn’t mean you need to worry about your lender immediately foreclosing on your house. Lenders generally don’t start the...
Practice wise financial planning after a personal bankruptcy
Once you get out from under crippling debt, the last thing you want is to find yourself struggling again. Proper financial planning in the wake of a Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy can make all the difference in your future economic health. Here are some financial planning...
Can I modify my repayment plan if circumstances change?
Pursuing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a way to take control of your finances by committing to a structured repayment plan. Still, as your circumstances change, you may need to revisit and revise this plan to achieve lasting debt relief. Does the law allow for this...
What are common defenses against foreclosure?
If you are facing foreclosure in Connecticut, you may have legal defenses you can use to challenge your lender’s action. With legal guidance, such defenses may help you keep your home. What are some of the most common defenses that can help you fight foreclosure?...