Lenient Bankruptcy Laws Affect Investments
When bankruptcy exemption levels increase, the wealthy tend to invest less in risky unsecured assets, according to a new study... read more »
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When bankruptcy exemption levels increase, the wealthy tend to invest less in risky unsecured assets, according to a new study... read more »
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Bankruptcy is a measure of last resort for the overindebted consumer, presumably offering a fresh financial start to people drowning in debt. But... read more »
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Back in November 2014, The New York Times shed light on a disturbing trend among some of the nation’s biggest lenders: Banks like JPMorgan Chase,... read more »
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Bankruptcy is one of the most effective yet misunderstood forms of consumer protection in the legal system. Instead of jailing an individual or... read more »
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When repayments and bills become too much for you to handle, bankruptcy offers a fresh start. But that doesn’t mean the decision is easy. There... read more »
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“[Health care] is a cost that now causes a bankruptcy in America every 30 seconds,” President Obama said in his 2009 State of the Union address.... read more »
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Filing for bankruptcy may be the right move in certain financial circumstances, but it can wreak havoc on your credit score. According to... read more »
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Money is not the solution to all of life’s problems, and there’s no better way to see that than through the lives of the rich and famous. These... read more »
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When you file for bankruptcy, you eliminate your debt, but as far as the credit agencies and lenders are concerned, you’re not starting over with... read more »
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If you found yourself with so much debt that you were forced to file for bankruptcy protection, chances are you’re wondering what comes next.... read more »
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If your debts become overwhelming, you may need to declare bankruptcy to get your finances back under control. However, one of the problems with... read more »
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If you’re trying to get back on your feet after a bankruptcy, you aren’t alone. According to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, 1.2 million Americans... read more »