The U.S. Department of Education has just announced new rules for getting some or all of a person's student loans forgiven. Unfortunately, the rules for qualifying are quite narrow. Most people with massive student loan debt in Memphis won't qualify. The good news is,...
One of the most frustrating aspects of owing a significant amount of debt is the efforts made by creditors and debt collectors in Tennessee and elsewhere to get money from you. Even if you are unable to pay, they will continue to call, send letters and take other...
With the recent global health scare and resulting economic crisis, it is no wonder that many people are feeling the financial pinch heading into the summer. You may be among those who are going through a tough time as you try to make ends meet following a work...
It may seem preposterous, but it is possible for a lender to send someone to where you live or work and take your vehicle. If you are behind on your payments and efforts to collect have not been effective, you could experience repossession. This is a frustrating and...
Individuals facing financial trouble will often seek numerous remedies before realizing that bankruptcy was specifically designed to help them find a path toward financial stability. Whether it is due to a divorce, medical emergency, job loss or emergency home repair,...
Few things may make your heart race faster than seeing a foreclosure letter in your mailbox. After all, mortgage servicers and financial institutions often use scary and threatening language to encourage you to catch up on any payments you have missed. By the time...
You are struggling to pay your bills and make ends meet. Despite great effort, you are falling behind on rent. You worry that your landlord might pursue eviction if you are unable to pay soon. The last thing you need while trying to get back on your feet financially...
There are many consequences to owing a significant amount of consumer debt. You may be dealing with phone calls from creditors, past-due notices in the mail and even warnings of wage garnishment. If you are too far behind on your payments, you may feel as if there is...
If you are having trouble paying your bills, a wage garnishment may add insult to injury. After all, you may not want your employer to know about your financial situation. You also probably do not want to lose income from every paycheck to your creditors. Filing for...
Making the decision to file for bankruptcy is not an easy choice. Many people have a negative perception of this process, but in reality, it offers many benefits for those facing significant debt and past-due balances. Chapter 13 is a specific bankruptcy option...