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Are people who file for bankruptcy “using the system”?
As a bankruptcy attorney, I was asked by a criminal law attorney whether I thought people were acquiring debt with the intention of discharging it in bankruptcy. I assured this attorney that this was NOT the case. The overwhelming majority of clients we have had and have are devastated by having to file for… Read More »
Beware of Foreclosure Rescue Scams. Help is Free!
There is never a fee to get assistance or information about the Making Home Affordable program from your lender or a HUD-approved housing counselor. For a HUD-approved counselor, visit: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsq/sfh/hcc/fc Beware of any person or organization that asks you to pay a fee in exchange for housing counseling services or modification of a delinquent… Read More »
Reasons to Delay or Speed Up Your Bankruptcy Filing
There are many factors to consider when deciding when you should file for bankruptcy. Here are a few common reasons for delaying or speeding up a bankruptcy filing. Reasons to Delay a Bankruptcy Filing Your income recently decreased. One good reason to delay a filing is if your income over the last six months… Read More »
States to Unveil Joint Probe Into Foreclosures
If the states have their way, mortgage companies will have to revamp the way they handle foreclosures, pay penalties for violations and expand help to homeowners on the verge of foreclosure. The top law enforcement officials of states around the country are already weighing the outlines of a potential settlement with the industry, said… Read More »
Bank of America Halts Foreclosures in 50 States
WASHINGTON – Potential flaws in foreclosure documents are threatening to throw the real estate industry into a full-blown crisis, as Bank of America on Friday became the first bank to stop sales of foreclosed homes in all 50 states. The move, along with another decision on foreclosures by PNC Financial Services Inc., adds to… Read More »
Rubin on Tax: ENFORCEABILITY OF COHABITATION AGREEMENTS IN FLORIDA [FLORIDA]
Rubin on Tax: ENFORCEABILITY OF COHABITATION AGREEMENTS IN FLORIDA [FLORIDA] http://familymaritallaw.com
Alimony Revision in Florida Effective July 1, 2010 – Part 2
The new alimony law requires a finding that there is a need for the alimony, otherwise known as support or maintenance, and that the other party has the ability to pay. Once this is determined, then the court will look at the following factors to determine the type and amount of alimony to award… Read More »
When You Want to Provide for Your Children – Lawyers.com
When You Want to Provide for Your Children – Lawyers.com
Alimony Revision in Florida Effective July 1, 2010 – Part 1
Effective July, 1, 2010, the Florida Statutes regarding alimony have been revised substantially. Officially, the types of alimony have been committed to statute: bridge the gap, rehabilitative, durational, permanent or any combination of these forms. In addition, it is clarified that adultery of either party and the circumstances thereof can be considered by the… Read More »
Unified Command for the BP Oil Spill | Ask a Responder: Q & A with the National Incident Commander
Unified Command for the BP Oil Spill Ask a Responder: Q & A with the National Incident Commander
