bankruptcy

Is it Better to Carry a Balance on My Credit Cards or Pay Them Off Each Month?

Credit card debt is one of the most commonly reported reasons why individuals file for bankruptcy. Credit cards make it easy for users to lose track of how much they spend, causing them to accrue large debt balances. One reason for this is that credit cards can make an individual feel like he or she has more disposable income than he or she actually has.
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Filing for Bankruptcy a Second Time

There is no limit to the number of times you can file for bankruptcy. When your personal debt amount reaches a level where it is impossible for you to pay it down yourself, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are there for you to use to have your debts discharged under court supervision. If you have completed a bankruptcy case before, you know that it can be a difficult process that requires you to cede a significant amount of control to the court.
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Popular Sandwich Chain Cosi Files for Bankruptcy

Although its stores in the Chicago area remain open, Boston-based fast casual sandwich chain Cosi has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In total, 29 of the company's 74 corporate-owned locations were closed in September 2016. In addition to these corporate-owned stores, there are 31 franchise Cosi locations in the United States. All of these locations are still open.
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PopExpert Files for Bankruptcy, Searches for Buyers

PopExpert, a tech startup that was founded in 2012 with the goal of creating an online space where members could connect with career coaches, mentors, and other professionals, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in early 2016. In its early days, PopExpert was wildly successful, bringing in approximately $900,000 in 2015 and an initial $3 million from investors. After approximately one year under Chief Executive Aaron Kahlow, the company suffered severe financial troubles.
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Can I Get a Credit Card After Bankruptcy?

If you are currently going through the bankruptcy process or have recently completed it, you are probably hearing and reading advice from many different sources. The advice you receive might be contradictory or inconsistent, with some parties advocating strategies that would not work in your situation or seem like they would get you back into debt, rather than help you stay out of it. One piece of advice you have undoubtedly received is to take steps to rebuild your credit. But how?
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Quiksilver Approved to Leave Chapter 11 Protection

Surfwear brand Quiksilver, Inc., which owns apparel brands Roxy and DC shoes, was granted permission to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy in late January 2016. The California-based apparel and retail company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2015 after years of slumping sales, largely due to the rise of fast fashion brands like H&M and a decreased interest in the surf and skate lifestyle.
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Four Ways Bankruptcy Can Follow You for Years

Filing for bankruptcy could be one of the best decisions you ever make, but it is a decision that has consequences and should not be taken lightly. In fact, bankruptcy might not be the right choice for you, depending on your circumstances. Before making any drastic decisions about how to manage your debt, consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney. Keep these long-term consequences in mind as you learn more about the topic. Bankruptcy Stays on Your Credit Report for Years
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Considering Bankruptcy? Know How it Can Affect Your Divorce Settlement

Bankruptcy and divorce can easily become intertwined. For some individuals, going through the divorce process is so costly that they need to file for bankruptcy afterward to get a handle on their debt. For others, debt and money problems during a marriage are what drives their spouses away, causing them to seek divorces. If you are currently going through a divorce and considering filing for bankruptcy, or you have previously been divorced and are unable to meet your debts, know how one of these issues can affect the other.
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