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One of the biggest challenges people face when considering bankruptcy is feeling alone. It can be easy to feel stigmatized or embarrassed, and you may think that people will believe you to be irresponsible. But bankruptcy statistics reveal a much different reality.
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When people find themselves in financial trouble, they spend months contemplating their options. Bankruptcy is often thought of as a last resort and is put off until the very last minute. However, while someone is busy weighing their options, their creditor often moves against them. This legal action can result in a judgment and garnishment of wages. If this occurs, what recourse does an individual have? The answer may be an emergency bankruptcy filing.
Not all debt is created equal, and not all debt is bad. But since debt is also the primary reason individuals find themselves in financial distress, it is essential to understand the differences and nuances involved with different types of debt.
As with any legal proceeding, individuals have the right to represent themselves in a bankruptcy filing without hiring an attorney. Let's start by looking at those circumstances when your bankruptcy may be simple enough to receive a bankruptcy order on your own.
Due to high-interest rates, many consumers rapidly - and sometimes quite unexpectedly - find themselves in debt they cannot handle.
Here in Florida, we have specific bankruptcy exemptions that must be applied to our filing and override federal rules if there is a discrepancy. The good news is that Florida exemptions are typically more generous than those offered under federal law. If you are considering a Florida bankruptcy, here is the exemption information you need to know.