The “automatic stay” is a powerful tool that becomes effective once you file for bankruptcy protection. What exactly is this and how will it help as you work toward a better financial future? Here are five ways the automatic stay goes to bat for you. 1. Wage...
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Serving Clients Throughout Upstate South Carolina
Month: March 2022
The 341 meeting is a good first step toward your financial future
If you have decided to seek Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy protection, you will attend the 341 meeting shortly after you file. This is an important and informative stop on the road to a more secure financial future. What it is The “341 meeting” takes its name from...
Can I get disability benefits before I leave the military?
The Veteran's Administration disability program provides compensation for Veterans who have an illness or injury due to their military service. You may also be eligible for benefits if your military service caused a pre-existing condition to become worse. In some...
How may veterans protect their homes from foreclosure?
Homes financed through VA loans may face foreclosure when borrowers fall behind on payments. As noted by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, however, options exist to avoid losing your property. You may, for example, contact your mortgage servicer and ask if you...
Can alcohol or substance abuse link to a veteran’s PTSD claim?
If you are a veteran, you probably are no stranger to traumatic events. After all, serving in combat often requires participating in or witnessing events that can destroy your mental well-being. Fortunately, if you have post-traumatic stress disorder from your...