Month: January 2016
Tennessee tops the nation in bankruptcy filings in 2015
If you’re living in Tennessee, you may have been one of many people who struggled with the recession. Unfortunately, Tennessee has not recovered as well as some parts of the country, and it’s still leading the country in bankruptcy filings. Although bankruptcy is an option if you find yourself in over your head with debt,
Can you negotiate hospital bills?
Hospital bills can be some of the most expensive, and they can be overwhelming for some people. Usually, hospital visits are accompanied by injuries or deaths along with missing work, so on top of receiving a large bill, you’ll also have less money in some cases. Medical care can be downright expensive, and just a
Your options: Chapter 7 bankruptcy and debt reduction
Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which is most commonly known as liquidation bankruptcy, is usually the type of bankruptcy you enter if you need to liquidate your assets to pay down your debts. Is Chapter 7 bankruptcy always necessary when you’re in heavy debt? No, and there are plenty of options you can try that your attorney
Use these tips to avoid excessive credit card debts
When you’re struggling to pay the bills or want to have extra credit on hand, one of the ways to make sure you have emergency coverage is by applying for a credit card. Some people make mistakes applying, though, because not all credit cards are the same. Some have heavy penalties and late fees, while