Blog

How long could my Chapter 7 bankruptcy take?

July 30, 2020

Struggling with debt can be an overwhelming weight to carry. Whether it is credit card debt, medical debt, mortgage debt or a combination of many, New Mexico families want to find debt relief as soon as possible and return to what is important in life without worry. To do this, many people consider filing bankruptcy,…

Read More

Bankruptcy: How it applies to managing credit card debt

June 18, 2020

If you were to take a survey about credit card debt, it would be unlikely that you’d find any participant who could say they have never experienced it. Most people in New Mexico and throughout the country have had a balance unpaid on their credit cards at some time or another. You’ve probably noticed in…

Read More

Will my bankruptcy discharge be public record?

June 17, 2020

The thought of filing bankruptcy can leave individuals feeling trepidation. On top of the financial stress they face, it is a tough decision to move forward with bankruptcy considering the myths and stigma that surround this form of debt relief. One concern that many people have if they are considering bankruptcy is that the records…

Read More

What happens to a cosigner in bankruptcy?

June 16, 2020

Applying for a loan can be a complicated matter if an individual already has debt. That is why, in many cases, individuals will obtain a loan by cosigning with someone else. A cosigner is often a family member or even a close friend. Cosigned loans are very common – but what happens to cosigners if…

Read More

Does bankruptcy have a debt limit?

May 20, 2020

Many people might wonder if there is such a thing as too much debt. Could a specific amount of debt prevent them from finding debt relief? The simple answer is no – regardless of how much debt an individual has, they have options to achieve debt relief. However, the amount of debt they have could…

Read More

Creditor v. debt collector: What is the difference?

May 19, 2020

When individuals get calls demanding they repay their debt, it is easy for emotions, like fear and anxiety, to take over. However, one question remains: who is calling to collect the debt? Is it a creditor or a debt collection agency? This is an important distinction to make. How are they different? Many New Mexicans…

Read More