By Jeff Field | Published February 23, 2026 | Posted in Bankruptcy | Tagged Tags: assets, creditors, financial | Leave a comment
Cashing Out Retirement Funds to Avoid Bankruptcy Can Be a Big Mistake
Tough financial times can prompt someone to revise longstanding plans in order to make ends meet. When creditors are calling and no other potential solutions seem available, you might be tempted to tap into your retirement assets rather than filing for bankruptcy. Though this might seem like a reasonable decision, it can have serious negative Read More
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Chapter 7 Creditors Question Former Football Star’s Glamorous Social Media Posts
You never can be sure who will see your social media posts. If you’re going through a bankruptcy, photos that you put online or comments that you publish could send the wrong message about your financial status. Now, a former football star is trying to convince his creditors that, despite how his social media feed Read More
Read MoreHow Long a Bankruptcy Filing Remains on Your Credit Report
Filing for bankruptcy is a financial decision that can provide relief for individuals overwhelmed by debt. However, it’s natural to wonder about the long-term consequences, particularly regarding credit status. One of the most common questions asked is: how long does bankruptcy stay on your credit report, and how does it impact your ability to obtain Read More
Read MoreCan You Keep Your Car if You File for Bankruptcy in Georgia?
Your ability to keep your vehicle while filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Georgia depends on whether you are covered under the state’s motor vehicle exemption. Equally important is whether you are making payments on the car and can continue to make those payments. You can keep your car when you file for Chapter 7 Read More
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What Happens to Assets You Receive While Going Through Chapter 13?
A Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows you to reorganize your debts and partially pay them off according to a court-approved plan, which can last three to five years. That plan is based on your assets and projected monthly income and how much of those resources you can devote to debt repayment. But what if you receive Read More
Read MoreImplications of the SCOTUS Ruling in Wellness International vs. Sharif
On May 26, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in Wellness International v. Sharif, a case that will have major implications for bankruptcy law throughout the nation. The court decided Article III does not prevent judges in bankruptcy cases from issuing final judgment on claims that only attempt to augment the bankruptcy estate and Read More
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