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Personal Debt

What Happens to Your Spouse’s Personal Debt When They Die?

by Padgett & Robertson

Losing your spouse is likely one of the most painful experiences you’ll ever go through. Unfortunately, this is only the tip of the iceberg. While processing your grief, you have to go through funeral planning, handling their final affairs, and in some cases—calls from debt collectors. Whether you’re looking ahead to the future or dealing […]

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Mortgage Debt

Should I Reaffirm My Mortgage Debt During a Bankruptcy?

by Padgett & Robertson

Most people who file for bankruptcy opt to have all qualifying debts discharged. However, that isn’t always the case. There are situations in which a debtor opts to reaffirm one or more debts. Reaffirming a debt does not discharge it in bankruptcy, so you are still responsible for payments. There are obvious downsides to reaffirmation […]

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Bankruptcy Bail Bonds

Can I File Bankruptcy on A Bail Bond?

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When someone takes out a bail bond, they may not understand the financial and legal complexities that come with it. If you co-signed on a friend’s bail bond and you’re struggling with the payments, you may wonder if bankruptcy is an option available to you. There is no one quick and easy answer—you have to […]

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Should I Get a Second Job or File for Bankruptcy?

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When financial difficulties start slowly taking over your life, you may face a number of tough decisions. They often come down to either working more, maybe a second job, to pay off debt or filing bankruptcy for a fresh start. Both options have advantages and disadvantages, and they affect your life and finances in very […]

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How Will a Personal Bankruptcy Affect My Business?

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Filing for bankruptcy comes with challenges and consequences, but for most, the consequences are worth being free of debt. When you are a business owner, the stakes are a little higher. Depending on how your business is structured and how you have funded your business, your business could be in danger when you file for […]

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Bankruptcy and Cryptocurrency: What You Need to Know

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Bankruptcy and the Military: Unique Considerations for Service Members

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The legal process of bankruptcy offers relief to those who are in overwhelming amounts of debt. Repaying your debt in full isn’t always an option, especially if you’re falling behind on payments and having to choose between putting food on the table and paying bills. Bankruptcy can give people like you a fresh start. Those […]

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How Does Bankruptcy Affect Your Credit Score in the Long Run?

How Does Bankruptcy Affect Your Credit Score in the Long Run?

by Padgett & Robertson

What keeps someone in massive debt from filing for bankruptcy? In many cases, it’s a fear of damaging their credit score. Your credit score is the key to securing new lines of credit, enjoying lower interest rates on the debt you do carry, and otherwise making your financial status more secure. However, it doesn’t need […]

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How Long Does a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Take to Complete?

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Whether you’ve decided to move forward with Chapter 7 bankruptcy or you are still weighing your options, we know that you have questions. Many people wonder just how long a Chapter 7 bankruptcy will take—after struggling under the weight of unbearable debt for years, many of our clients just want to be done as quickly […]

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When Can I Borrow Money Again After a Bankruptcy?

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Your debt is discharged, and it feels like a thousand-pound weight is lifted off of your shoulders. Still, you know that building your credit depends on responsibly using credit. Many people assume that getting credit is impossible after bankruptcy, leaving them wondering how they are supposed to ever rebuild their credit score. Fortunately, this is […]

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Since 1978, the attorneys at Padgett and Robertson have represented clients in Mobile, Alabama and throughout Southern Alabama with bankruptcy matters including personal bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Contact our Mobile AL Bankruptcy Lawyers with your questions comments or concerns. We offer a free consultation for clients who want to discuss their bankruptcy related matters.

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Our clients pay NO UPFRONT attorney or filing fees for Chapter 13 cases and we offer reasonable payment plans for Chapter 7 cases.