Can I Keep My Credit Cards?
Understanding Credit Card Retention and New Credit After Bankruptcy Filing for bankruptcy can be a daunting experience, and one of the most common questions people have is, “Can I keep my credit cards?” Understanding how bankruptcy affects your ability to...Stop Wage Garnishment in Alabama
Stopping Wage Garnishment Dealing with financial difficulties can be stressful, and wage garnishment only adds to the pressure. When creditors take money directly from your paycheck or bank account, it can feel like you’re stuck in an endless cycle of debt. However,...What Happens When You Get Behind On Your Mortgage in Alabama?
Behind On Your Mortgage? Facing the threat of foreclosure can be one of the most stressful and overwhelming experiences a homeowner can encounter. The thought of losing your home, the place where you’ve created memories and built your life, is heart-wrenching....Chapter 13 and Chapter 7: What Documents Do You Need?
What Documents Do You Need? Before diving into the documents required, it’s important to understand the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Often referred to as “liquidation bankruptcy,” Chapter 7 involves...Don’t Let Foreclosure Steal Your Home!
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Can Be Your Lifeline Are you facing the terrifying threat of mortgage foreclosure? Feeling overwhelmed by mounting debt and unsure where to turn? You’re not alone. Thousands of homeowners find themselves in this difficult situation every...Stopping Foreclosure with Chapter 13
Stopping Foreclosure with Chapter 13 Foreclosure is one of the most frightening prospects a homeowner can face. The idea of losing your home, the place where you’ve built your life and created countless memories, can be heart-wrenching. However, there is a...Facing Foreclosure? Bankruptcy May Be Your Best Option to Save Your Home
Facing Foreclosure? Are you an Alabama homeowner who is at risk of foreclosure? If so, you may have more options than you realize to avoid losing your home. One powerful tool that can help stop foreclosure proceedings is Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy...Facing Repossession? Know Your Rights and How Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Can Help
Facing Repossession? Are you struggling to make ends meet and worried about the bank or other lenders repossessing your car, home, or other valuable property? You’re not alone. Many hardworking Alabama residents face this stressful situation, but there are...Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Your Fresh Start in Alabama
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Your Fresh Start in Alabama Feeling overwhelmed by debt? Struggling to keep up with payments? Chapter 7 bankruptcy might be your solution to financial freedom. Let’s break down how it works and what it means for you in Alabama. What is...Breaking Free from Medical Debt: You’re Not Alone
Breaking Free from Medical Debt: You’re Not Alone A mountain of medical bills can feel overwhelming, but there’s hope and help available. Did you know that medical debt is the leading cause of bankruptcy in America? You might be surprised to learn that...Your Friendly Neighborhood Bankruptcy Lawyers
Brent W. Davis and Associates LLC Makes House Calls*...How Did These Credit Card Bills Get So Big, SO Fast?
Credit Card Bills Life has a way of sneaking up on us, doesn’t it? One moment, everything seems manageable, and the next, you’re staring at a mountain of credit card bills, wondering, “How did this happen?” You’re not alone in feeling this way. The reality is that...Keep Your Home Safe from Creditors with Chapter 13
Keep Your Home with Chapter 13 Facing financial difficulties can be incredibly stressful, especially when it feels like your home is at risk. But there’s good news for homeowners in Birmingham, AL: Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help you keep your house safe from...Navigating Financial Challenges
Finding the Right Bankruptcy Lawyer in Birmingham, Alabama In today’s fast-paced world, financial stability can sometimes feel like a distant dream. For many of us balancing careers, families, and personal aspirations can be overwhelming, especially when unexpected...What Documents Do I Need to Get Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Protection?
What Documents Do I Need to Get Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Protection? Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a complex process, but having the right documents ready can make it much smoother. Chapter 13, often referred to as a “Debtor’s Court,” allows individuals...Determining When Bankruptcy is Appropriate for You
Understanding when bankruptcy is a viable option is crucial. Over the past 23 years, my experience with Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy clients has revealed common indicators that suggest it might be time to seek debt relief. Here are five key signs: Age and...Preventing Car Repossession with Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Birmingham, AL
How Will It Feel to Tell Your Boss You Can’t Come to Work Because the Bank Took Back YOUR Car? Are you struggling to keep up with your car payments and worried about repossession? You’re not alone. Many people in Birmingham, AL, face this challenge, but there’s a...I’ve Been up All Night Worrying About My Bills Again. What Can I Do?
Struggling With Debt A lot of people in Birmingham are struggling with debt. This is because of things like: High medical bills: Healthcare in the U.S. is really expensive. Even with insurance, people can end up with huge bills. Job loss or less money: When people...How Long Does it Take to Get Out of Debt with Chapter 7?
How Long Does it Take to Get Out of Debt with Chapter 7? After filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy, there are a few steps before your debts are officially forgiven. First, you need to take some classes: You’ll need to complete a credit counseling course before you file...Bankruptcy Lawyers Can’t Bankrupt Your Student Loan, OR Can They?
What to Do When the Student Loan Repayment Ends in September 2023 and You Just Don’t Have the Money. Who is eligible?New AND former bankruptcy clients How We Use the Power of Bankruptcy Law to Reduce or Eliminate Your Student Loans Review/Recertification of Income...Wage Garnishment! Paycheck Garnishment! Now I Can’t Pay My Rent!
Paycheck Garnishment! What to Do When a Garnishment Hits You Like a Load of Bricks. I spoke with a client today who suddenly had her entire bank account totally emptied because of a garnishment from a lawsuit 15 years ago. She was in tears. Her rent is due in 10 days....Do You Qualify For An Exclusion From The Bankruptcy Means Test?
Exclusion From The Bankruptcy Means Test Some higher earning people may be concerned that the Chapter Seven bankruptcy Means Test would prevent them from getting protection from debts. The recently announced extension of the National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief...Holiday Spending Can Come at a High Cost
Holiday spending will come at a high cost if it means adding on additional credit card debt just as interest rates rise. With Credit Cards at 36% interest means you’ll spend 28 years paying off a $5,000 debt. We can use bankruptcy law to keep your property safe and...Who is the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee and What Does He Do?
What Does the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee Do? The job of a bankruptcy Trustee is to seize and sell your house, car and other property to pay your debts. It sounds scary, but we can use bankruptcy law to keep your property safe from the bankruptcy trustee AND make...Don’t Go to Jail for Back Child Support!
Don’t Go to Jail for Back Child Support We serve many hard-working people that pay their child support and love their kids. When good people have employment interruptions or illness, child support payments can fall behind.Unfortunately, here in Alabama Child Support...What is the Means Test? Can I pass it?
The Means Test is a Clumsy Attempt to Keep Rich People Out of Bankruptcy, Right? Well yes and no. That means test is a clumsy piece of legislation that is true. It is also true that rich people usually don’t file chapter 7 bankruptcy. It’s not easy to determine...What Is a Buy Now, Pay Later Service?
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Services for Groceries With food prices at historic highs, more consumers are turning to buy now, pay later services for their grocery purchases. Companies such as Klarna, Zip, Zilch, Affirm and Afterpay seem so convenient. Klarna reported...That Boyfriend from Twenty Years Ago Ruined My Credit Today
Case Study: That Boyfriend from Twenty Years Ago Ruined My Credit Today. The first call of the day was from a suburban mom. She was in tears after her paycheck was garnished from out of the blue. We talked for a while, and I explained all the legal protections of...Saving Your Home After the Death of a Husband
Case Study: Saving Your Home After the Death of a Husband I was able to help my client save her home after her husband passed away this spring. With the expenses of his last illness and burial, her fixed retirement income was not enough to pay the mortgage for several...Brent W. Davis, L.L.C.
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