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May2023
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4 Reasons To Seek Bankruptcy Help

  • By Arcadier, Biggie & Wood, PLLC
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Attempting to understand your debt relief options can be overwhelming for anyone, especially those who are facing a large amount of debt. Paying off debt can seem like a bottomless pit that never ends. However, there is legal help available for individuals with debt that want to better understand their options. If you are trying to find out your complete options for navigating debt and what you can do about it, you can consider scheduling a consultation with a trusted and competent bankruptcy lawyer like one from The Law Offices of Neil Crane. Here are some of the reasons why it is worth the time and effort to meet with a lawyer.

Understand your options

Before you decide what you are going to do to resolve your debt issues, it is critical that you understand what your options are. As someone who has debt, you have several options you can explore. Depending on what kind of debt that you have, such as credit card debt, student loans and medical debt, you may be eligible to apply for several programs. For example, there are loan forgiveness options available to students who work in public service. A lawyer can give you a full explanation of what you can do to obtain relief. 

Review debt relief alternatives

In addition to available programs, there are several debt relief options that you can consider. There is debt consolidation, debt restructuring, and other alternatives that may be possible. Debt consolidation, for instance, is a refinancing process where your multiple debt payments are consolidated into a single loan so that you can focus on one deadline. Debt restructuring is another option that allows you to change or update the conditions of your loan so that you are able to make the payments.  

Explore bankruptcy eligibility requirements

If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you must meet certain requirements. There are certain requirements that you must complete if you hope to be able to file for bankruptcy. It depends on certain factors, such as your income, type of debt, what assets you have, and what industry that you are a part of. The requirements also differ depending on what kind of bankruptcy you are filing for.

Complete the bankruptcy application process 

There are many steps involved with the bankruptcy application process, including credit counseling and completing necessary paperwork. Understanding all the requirements can be difficult, so if you are unsure what they are you can turn to a knowledgeable lawyer for more information. A lawyer will be able to tell you if you meet the requirements, as well as other actions that you must take in order to complete your application. 

Deciding whether bankruptcy or other debt relief options are suitable for you requires considering many factors. Choosing the best route to achieve debt relief can be hard if you do not know where to begin. If you would like to learn more about bankruptcy and other options, set up an appointment with a lawyer that many clients trust for financial relief.

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