Social security income is an important source of income for many people. If you are planning to file bankruptcy, and you get social security benefits, it is important to speak with an experienced bankruptcy attorney about it. However, in most cases you will not lose...
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Seniors and Bankruptcy
Can Social Security Overpayments be Discharged in Bankruptcy?
Unless you have committed fraud, they are dischargeable. Many retired or disabled individuals rely on Social Security benefits to pay for their necessities. If the Social Security Administration (SSA) mistakenly pays you more retirement or disability benefits than you...
Can Creditors Take My Social Security?
This is a frequent worry of individuals who rely on their Social Security check to live. Generally, Federal law, which applies everywhere, makes your Social Security benefits exempt from levy, garnishment or assignment by regular creditors. This means that even a...
Should Senior Citizens File Bankruptcy?
Americans are living longer than ever. Unfortunately, the costs of health care and elder care are also increasing to an unaffordable level. Even if you have spent your life making sound financial decisions and saving money, the combination of longer life and...
Should I Pay Off Debt With My Retirement?
Debt struggles can be an incredible burden on a person's mental and emotional well being. The constant stress of a growing pile of unpaid bills, the ever-rising interest penalties, and your inability to make ends meet can result in a desire to turn off the lights and...
Your Retirement Plan in Bankruptcy
Trying to overcome debt problems is a hard, emotionally draining process. For many, it seems like a hopeless spiral of missed payments, juggling credit cards, selling treasured possessions, harassing calls from creditors, and growing interest penalties. If you find...
Over 65 & Being Foreclosed On–What is the Best Course of Action?
Most Americans dream of retiring comfortably one day. Often, that is the motivation that keeps so many of us focused on the daily work grind, commuting to work, long hours and other sacrifices. While working for the same company for 40 years and then retiring at 65...
How Does Bankruptcy Affect a Reverse Mortgage?
Despite the controversy surrounding reverse mortgages, many thousands of homeowners in the US have used them to receive their choice of the following: A sizeable lump sum payment representing their accrued home equity Monthly payments from the bank (in lieu of the...
Bankruptcy and Retirement
If you are facing unmanageable bills and debt, it may be tempting to cash out your retirement savings to pay that debt. Before you do, schedule an appointment with . to discuss the other options you might have. As a result of...
Seniors can Save Assets by Filing Bankruptcy
If you are retired and creditors are calling, it may be time to consider filing a personal bankruptcy. If your income is at a set amount and you see your debt is increasing, it can feel hopeless. However, filing for bankruptcy protection can allow you to gain control...