The phrase "zombie foreclosure" is used to describe a problem that is increasingly hitting individuals across New Jersey. According to RealtyTrac, a company that tracks national housing data, of all the homeowners in the foreclosure process across the country, one in...
Homeowners who are facing foreclosure are prime targets for scammers.. Even though they often believe the deal is too good to be true, they are in a desperate situation and take the deal anyway. According to the NY Post, this is exactly what happened to Broadies...
When you are struggling financially, you are probably looking for every way that you can save money. If you are facing the foreclosure of your home, you may think you can save money by handling the lawsuit on your own. However, before you do so, consider the...
Hopefully you have read our prior blog titled "What you need to know about Vehicle Repossessions in New Jersey" for an explanation of what can and cannot occur when your car is being seized by your lender. This blog will focus on what happens after your car has been...
If you have incurred a substantial amount of gambling debt, you may be wondering if filing for bankruptcy protection is a good solution to your problem. With casinos and online gambling websites, there are thousands of people facing a gambling addiction. They continue...
When you fall behind on your credit cards, medical bills and other loan payments, it doesn't take long before the debt collectors start calling. When you are dealing with debt collection agents, it is imperative that you understand your rights and how to identify...
If you are feeling overwhelmed by the child support or alimony payments you have been ordered to pay and are considering filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it is important to understand that family support payments are considered non-dischargeable debts in...
If you are severely delinquent on your mortgage loan payments and you believe your lender will soon be taking action, it is important to understand how foreclosure works in New Jersey. Foreclosure is the legal process where the lender obtains a court order allowing it...
If you are a business owner struggling with debt, you should consider consulting with an experienced bankruptcy attorney to explore your debt relief options. The attorneys at Levitt & Slafkes can review your individual circumstances and help you understand the...
If you are working to resolve your debt, it can be confusing to fully understand which debt relief option is best for you. When a creditor "charges off" your debt, many consumers incorrectly believe it means that they no longer owe the debt. Sadly, this is far from...