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

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'Witch Hunt' Pales in Comparison to Fair Lending Problem

The railing of industry representatives against DOJ investigations is out of proportion to the problem of illegal lending and discrimination observable in our banking system.

Home values fall, with a few bright spots

Home values still suffer from bubble trouble, but prices rise in some surprising spots.

Top 5 cheapest ballparks

Think $20 can't buy anything today? These parks offer food and fun for less than the cost of a movie.

6 myths about buying life insurance

Are you mistaken about life insurance costs, benefits and restrictions? Experts dispel six myths.

Health and money woes cloud retirement

Medical maladies can create a financial crisis if they cut your career short.

Time to invest in gold?

Gold is the favorite hedge against inflation and economic instability, bar none.

Is mortgage payment help taxable?

The IRS taxes mortgage payments made by your insurer, but you can still deduct interest.

Mortgage rates dip, send refi signal

With mortgage rates near record lows, homeowners can benefit from refinancing if they have equity.

Fear of losing money can set investors back

Experts say to study the markets and devise a strategic plan, such as buying stocks at cheap prices.

Small Banks Need a Big Voice in the Primaries

If you live in one of the states that has an early presidential primary or caucus you need to be present at the town hall meetings and vocalize how the small banks are being hog tied by regulations.

Change in California Deficiency Law

SB 485: No Deficiency Judgments After a Short Sale The California Legislature approved and the Governor has signed SB 458, which will eliminate any deficiency judgments that a holder of a Mortgage Loan may have against a Borrower after a...

What Happens If My Spouse Dies During Bankruptcy?

If a couple files a joint bankruptcy and one of them dies, the Bankruptcy Code states that the bankruptcy case does not automatically end. Instead, the bankruptcy case continues with assets being liquidated as allowed by law and debts being

Mortgage Repayment Factors For Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

When a debtor files Chapter 13 bankruptcy, they need to figure out how much they will pay every month for the next five years if they want to keep their home. But figuring out that bottom-line figure requires the bankruptcy debtor to factor in more

Book Deals And Movie Deals Are Not Part Of Bankruptcy Estate When Contract Is Signed

One of my new bankruptcy clients is a published author. His career stagnated. He piled up a large amount of unsecured debt to pay living expenses and keep his house. He just signed a substantial book deal to write a...

How to Find Me

I've had a series of funny phone calls this week, in which the speaker expresses total shock that I answer the phone. While I am notorious for never answering my phone, the real cause of the callers' surprise is that the number where I answer is

Consumers, Cast Your Vote

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has launched the first project in its "Know Before You Owe" initiative with the release of proposed mortgage disclosures. While the CFPB did its homework in designing these forms, including getting feedback

Dodgers Bankruptcy Financing Deal A Lesson For Other Debtors

After weeks of haggling over the Dodgers’ bankruptcy financing, Major League Baseball (MLB) and the team’s owner Frank McCourt have agreed that MLB will provide $150 million in debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing. Last month, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge

Raiders Legend BANKRUPT Sells Super Bowl Rings

"NFL legend Ray Guy -- widely considered the GREATEST punter of ALL-TIME -- has been forced to sell off his three SUPER BOWL rings after filing for bankruptcy back in the spring. 61-year-old Guy -- a seven-time Pro Bowler --...

Dodgers' merchandise vendor cries foul

"As the Dodgers operate under bankruptcy protection, their merchandise vendor has asked the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for protection from the Dodgers. With Dodger Stadium merchandise revenue down by 25% this season, Facility Merchandising Inc. (FMI)

Spotlight on Shareholder Proposals: Written Consents

A fairly recent development in governance proposals has been the surge in proposals seeking the ability of shareholders to act by written consent, in lieu of a meeting. The proposal has gained substantial momentum in a short period, averaging 48.4%