Archive for May 7th, 2007

Bankruptcy in Florida: Preparing for the initial consultation? »

I prefer when a client comes to a bankruptcy consultation prepared and ready to discuss his or her problems. Because, my firm offers a free consultation to individuals seeking information on bankruptcy, my time and the client’s time is best spent exploring the issues, not looking for the latest visa bill in a sea [...]

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Can I File Bankruptcy Just on Medical Bills? »

I often get a call from a potential client asking whether they can file for bankruptcy just on their medical bills, and not include their credit cards or other debts.
The short answer is that they can file, but not just on their medical bills. The slight longer answer explains why.
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Can the trustee take Rover from me? »

It depends. Most family animals are not worth any liquidation value so the trustee has no interest in Rover. However, let’s say that Rover is an AKC blue blood hound that is not only the family pet but is also utilized for breeding purposes and the off spring go for $100 per paw [...]

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When Is My Mortgage Delinquent? »

“I paid my mortgage on the last day it was due, but my mortgage company says I am delinquent. How can this be?”  Many people get the due date and the grace period date confused.  Typically, a mortgage payment is due on the first of the month with a grace period until the 16th of the [...]

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