Stop Drowning in Debt

The Congress of the United States established the bankruptcy system specifically so that a person who is financially in debt can get a fresh financial start. Good people, with good intentions often suffer life circumstances that cause them to be in debt with payments much greater than they can reasonably pay. The filing of bankruptcy directly stops all of your creditors from attempting to collect debts from you outside the bankruptcy process.

Experienced Bankruptcy Attorney Dan Scott reports that bankruptcy filings continue to rise. As the economy continues in its downward spiral, good people are often left with very few options but bankruptcy. In fact over 1,446,000 bankruptcy cases were filed in 2009. It seems that there are many myths about Bankruptcy. I want to dispel 3 Myths about Bankruptcy in this article.

There are 3 Myths about Bankruptcy That Must be Dispelled

Myth No. 1: Filing Bankruptcy Can be Pricey. For less than you will spend on your credit card payments and other monthly payments, you can probably pay a bankruptcy lawyer and court costs. What’s it worth to you to no longer owe your debt? I’d say significantly more that the cost you’ll incur. Creditors tell you, “Just pay the money to me.” Don’t be deceived when they say that.

Myth 2: You may lose your property in a bankruptcy: If you weren’t paying all the other debts could you pay your house note and your car payment? For most folks the answer is YES. Because the answer is yes (if it is) under most circumstances you will not lose your property when you file a bankruptcy case. The Exemption Statutes passed by Congress allow you to keep a specific amount of property if you file your case. Because of the values of your property, in most instances you won’t lose your property in a bankruptcy case.

Myth 3: Not all your debt can be discharged. I hate it when this statement is made because it has “some” truth in it, but not much. Almost every unsecured loan, medical bill, credit card and pay day lender will be wiped out when you file a bankruptcy case. If you file a Chapter 13 case (For the difference between a Chapter 7 and a Chapter 13 check out the video at http://www.danwillhelp.com) you’ll pay payments over time that often clears all of your debt except your home mortgage. Certain specific debts will survive the bankruptcy, such as certain taxes, back child support, student loans, DUI fines or penalties, and claims arising from fraud. However in most circumstances all of your debt will be discharged.

So if you are facing financial trouble and you want to get out of debt though you have tried everything doable to get back on your feet, maybe it is time to consider filing a bankruptcy. You can find more information in the video series published by Bankruptcy Attorney Dan Scott. Go check them out for more information.

If you are struggling with your finances it’s time to get straight talk from an experienced bankruptcy attorney. Check out the video series which is absolutely free. Take back the power away from your creditors today!