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Insolvency Service “reframes” view of creditor – IPs can apply their discretion (UK)

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CD early withdrawal penalties can sock you

Need to cash out your CD early? Watch out! You could actually lose principal.

5 must-know tips about buying, selling CDs

CDs are available in a variety of flavors. Keep these basics in mind when weighing a purchase.

Timeline for health care reform

Wondering when reforms will affect you? Follow our timeline for upcoming changes to health care.

Red flags that spoil a home description

Don't be the home seller who turns off buyers by making these mistakes.

The Details Of Debt

Debt collections are one of the most dreaded phone calls a person can receive. They come at inconvenient times and can even be intimidating. For the past few years, the Federal Trade Commission has received an increasing number of complaints against

Handling Inheritance Money In Bankruptcy

When filing for bankruptcy there are many things that need to be considered in order to get the most out of the case. Although some property and funds are exempt from liquidation in bankruptcy, there are some that may not be protected. One example is

Lessons From TaxMasters Bankruptcy

A leading tax debt firm has landed themselves in hot water with former clients over a bankruptcy filing and allegations they engaged in unprofessional practices. After TaxMasters filed for Chapter 11 a few weeks ago, many clients who sought help for

Taxes And Chapter 7

The Chapter 7 bankruptcy process uses your income to determine your eligibility to file, as well as how much of your nonexempt property may be liquidated to satisfy debts. This poses a unique problem when tax time rolls around. Filing for bankruptcy

Student Loan Debts Targeted For Debt Relief

The issue of student loan debt has been a hot topic for quite some time. As the debt total for student loans inches closer to $1 trillion nationally, government officials and others are pushing for reform. Once dischargeable in bankruptcy, these

Sprint At Risk For Bankruptcy?

With constant improvements in technology mobile phone companies have a lot of competition these days. As big name cellular providers continue to step up efforts to increase their market share, some of the smaller companies are struggling to maintain

Protecting Your Privacy In Debt Collection

Debt collectors go to some great lengths to collect on their debt, including contacting your employer and family. Dealing with debt is difficult enough without the added hassle of having your privacy violated by a debt collector. Luckily, there are

Pre-bankruptcy Considerations

The bankruptcy process is not something people jump into. In fact, the decision to file for bankruptcy is one that is often a last resort for many people. While the process is extremely valuable for many people, there are some issues to consider

Solyndra Bankruptcy Makes Headlines, Again

Since Solyndra filed for bankruptcy in 2011, many issues have surfaced about the company’s operations and managing of finances. Many people balked at the filing after learning the solar company had received a $500 million government bailout just two

Be A Savvy Saver

Money management skills are hard to come by these days. With the majority of the population testing as financially illiterate, it is no wonder that so many of us are suffering overwhelming debt burdens. Add in economic pressures and an unfriendly job

“Restructuring, Insolvency & Distressed Investing For 2012” Webinars

We are pleased to announce the conclusion of our three-part webinar series, produced in conjunction with West LegalEd, “Restructuring, Insolvency & Distressed Investing For 2012.” The three episodes are: • Strategic Alternatives for Distressed

FireDogLake Book Salon on BROKE

On Sunday, March 25, from 5-7pm Eastern/2-4pm Pacific, I am live-blogging about Broke: How Debt Bankrupts the Middle Class at FireDogLake's Book Salon. My host is Edwin Walker, a retired bankruptcy practitioner with over twenty five years of

Buying Assets from a Receiver

A subscriber recently asked us to offer some tips in connection with buying assets from a receiver. A receiver is most often appointed at the request of a secured creditor who fears its collateral will be dissipated or otherwise harmed in the absence

Buying Assets at UCC Article 9 Sales

A subsriber emailed and asked for a brief explanation of the risks associated with buying assets at an Article 9 Sale. Uniform Commercial Code Article 9 governs the relationship between a debtor and its secured creditors with respect to goods. A

Auto Dealership Files Bankruptcy Following State Court Verdict

On March 21st, Blue Springs Ford ("Blue Springs") filed a chapter 11 petition for bankruptcy in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Based in Blue Springs, Missouri, Blue Springs has operated as an authorized Ford

Arcapita Chapter 11 Exception, Not Rule For Gulf

Per http://globalinsolvency.com: Arcapita Chapter 11 Exception, Not Rule For Gulf Thursday, March 22, 2012 Bahraini investment house Arcapita's move to file for bankruptcy protection in the United States, while a milestone for debt restructuring in