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Debt collectors will likely harass consumers in Ohio who are overwhelmed by debt and not able to make their debt payments on time. However, even if the consumers have not consulted with a bankruptcy attorney or filed for bankruptcy, they have rights. There are numerous laws that protect debtors against creditor harassment. The restrictions that debt collectors are subject to…
Business owners in Ohio who are experiencing financial difficulties have likely explored their options under the protection of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Those who want to continue operating their business while reorganizing their debts can file a Chapter 11 bankruptcy. However, if all business operations must cease, Chapter 7 will discharge most debts and liquidate assets to pay creditors. As…
When a small business owner in Ohio faces financial difficulties, options under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code may be considered. However, it is important to gain knowledge about the various small business bankruptcy options. Without the necessary information, a business owner may falter in making important decisions about the future of his or her business. If a sole proprietor of a…
If an Ohio home owner’s financial situation deteriorates to a level at which mortgage obligations can no longer be met, there are steps that can be taken to remedy the situation. Facing foreclosure is naturally stressful, and all options must be considered. Support is available from different sources, including foreclosure prevention counselors, the mortgage holder, the government and the bankruptcy…
The Federal Trade Commission protects consumers against harassment by debt collection companies, here in Ohio and across the country. The agency recently took action against four companies that engaged in deceptive methods to collect debts that were, in some cases, nonexistent. A typical tactic of a debt collector involves intimidation, which can come in many forms. The FTC reports that…
A homeowner in Ohio might find it difficult to sell a house that is burdened with a second mortgage. To transfer the title of a property to a buyer, it has to be free of any encumbrances. The holder of the second mortgage has a lien on the house that serves as security for the loan. Although personal bankruptcy may…
New rules were announced last year for the manner in which the three main credit reporting agencies (CRAs) will handle unpaid medical debts. The CRAs are still in the process of implementing the new rules, and the overhauling of their practices will reportedly continue through 2017. One of the most significant changes is the fact that consumers nationwide, including here…
Ohio consumers who find themselves overwhelmed by credit card debt may be exploring remedies for the situation. Under the Bankruptcy Code, protection is offered that is not available in any of the many plans that may provide debt relief. The bottom line is that the only way in which credit card debt can be cleared is by paying it off,…
Some small business owners in Ohio who have encountered unexpected financial difficulties may be exploring possible remedies. Fortunately there are several options under the Bankruptcy Code that might allow a business to continue rather than just shutting its doors....
Filing for bankruptcy is a big choice that many couples and individuals are hesitant to make. Though Chapter 13 or Chapter 7 bankruptcy can be used as a tool to positively benefit a financial crisis, taking the leap is intimidating. Nevertheless, thousands of people who are living in the area of Cincinnati, Ohio, file for bankruptcy each day. If you…