Will my Spouse find out if I filed Bankruptcy in New York City?
Will my Spouse find out if I filed Bankruptcy in New York City? Married people in New York City have the option of filing bankruptcy jointly with their spouse, or individually without their spouse. Everyone has an individual credit score and credit history, so your husband or wife’s bankruptcy will not affect your credit report […]
I Just Maxed Out my Credit Card, Should I Wait to File Bankruptcy in New York City?
I Just Maxed Out my Credit Card, Should I Wait to File Bankruptcy in New York City? When you are underwater on your finances and the creditors come a knocking it can sometimes be hard to make the right financial decisions. Under intense pressure some people take desperate measures that can hurt their future ability […]
Can They Shut off my Phone if I File for Bankruptcy in New York City?
Can They Shut off my Phone if I File for Bankruptcy in New York City? People faced with bankruptcy in New York City often want to know if they can wipe out utility bills such as their Con-Edison or Verizon Wireless bill in the process. These past due bills can be eliminated, and the utility […]
What is the Bankruptcy Homestead Exemption in New York City?
What is the Bankruptcy Homestead Exemption in New York City? In New York City the equity in a home may be your most valuable asset, and the thought of losing it can affect many people’s decision to file bankruptcy. However, if you file bankruptcy your home equity will be protected by “homestead exemptions” specifically designed […]
Will I Lose My Tax Refund if I File Bankruptcy in New York City?
Will I Lose My Tax Refund if I File Bankruptcy in New York City? When struggling to make ends meet your tax refund can make or break your personal finances. Many of our clients in New York City want to know if they will be able to keep a tax return if they file bankruptcy. […]
What Can I do if I get a 90-Day Foreclosure Notice in New York City?
What Can I do if I get a 90-Day Foreclosure Notice in New York City? If you receive a 90-Day foreclosure notice in New York City, don’t panic, you can still find protection to save your home or mitigate the financial damage in losing it. Every financial situation and foreclosure is different but the Federal […]
Can I file Bankruptcy if I’m not a Citizen, not a Permanent Resident, or if I’m an Undocumented Immigrant in the United States?
Can I file Bankruptcy if I’m not a Citizen, not a Permanent Resident, or if I’m an Undocumented Immigrant in the United States? Many non-resident aliens in New York City will qualify for bankruptcy assistance even if they lack a green card, F1 visa or other legal residency status in the United States. Unauthorized immigrants […]
Rent Stabilization and Bankruptcy in NYC: a Brief History
Rent Stabilization and Bankruptcy in NYC: a Brief History In NYC one of the big topics in Bankruptcy has been trustees selling rent-stabilized leases in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceedings. The problem is that once a debtor files for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy relief they don’t have the right to stop the proceedings. If they are eligible […]
What is the New York City Bankruptcy Assistance Project?
What is the New York City Bankruptcy Assistance Project? It goes without saying that people facing bankruptcy usually do not have a lot of money. Paying for necessary legal assistance can be very difficult and can often delay a much needed bankruptcy. An interesting program known as the New York City Bankruptcy Assistance project has […]
NYC Bankruptcy Attorney Reviews
NYC Bankruptcy Attorney Reviews Many businesses these days live or die based on their online reviews, and this is the same for many bankruptcy attorneys as well. We are moving from an age of “information” to an age of “referral”. It seems as though everyone now goes to the web to make buying decisions on […]