Author Archives: Noah Bader
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How does it affect me? Collection activity by “third party” debt collection agencies hired to collect a debt can be very aggressive and threatening. When debt collectors or their attorneys come calling, most of us panic a bit at first. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act prohibits the very worst behavior by third party debt… Read More »
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In short, YES. Filing a bankruptcy, whether it be Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, will stop the foreclosure process. However, filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy may not stop the process permanently. When a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is filed, an “automatic stay” goes into effect. This “stay” stops, or at least temporarily prevents collection actions against… Read More »
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If this question caught your eye, you may have recently received a written demand from the social security administration to repay an overpayment and possibly a notice stating that future benefits will stop as well. This is a common occurrence, and one that can significantly change your financial circumstances. The good news is that there… Read More »
