A car loan or lease is a legal contract between you and the creditor. In Wisconsin, a creditor has the right to repossess a vehicle if the customer falls behind on their payments. However, not all vehicle repossessions are performed legally. Even if you are behind on your payments, you still have rights. The creditor … Read more
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Debt division is often overlooked during the divorce process. Most couples and divorce attorneys focus on dividing assets rather then liabilities. Before finalizing your divorce we recommend meeting with an attorney who is experienced in resolving and dividing debt. 1 Get Organized: Create a list of all of your secured and unsecured debts. Include balances, … Read more
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Bankruptcy filing fees are scheduled to go up on June 1, 2014. The fee to file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is increasing from $306 to $335. The fee to file a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is increasing from $281 to $310. The last increase was on November 1, 2011.
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Do not be fooled by a seemingly sympathetic insurance company. They are looking out for their own best interests, not yours! Our experienced attorneys will help you avoid the COSTLY MISTAKES many people make after an accident.
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Bankruptcy filing fees are scheduled to go up on November 1, 2011. The fee to file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is increasing from $299 to $306. The fee to file a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is increasing from $274 to $281. The last increase was on April 9, 2006.
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FoodShare provides financial support for low-income families and individuals to buy nutritious foods. Benefits are based on household size and monthly income.
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When facing the cold weather Wisconsin residents should know that they are legally protected against winter utility shut-offs.
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Clients often call me the day before or the morning of their meeting of creditors and ask me what they should wear. You definitely do not need to wear a suit.
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Use the following exercise to figure out if you can afford to get out of debt and how long it will take.
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When I bring up emergency funds some people start laughing. Why am I advising them to save money when their paycheck is already coming up short? Without one you will always be in debt.
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