Boomers and credit card debt: how bankruptcy can help
When does credit card debt become so big that trying to chip away at it no longer makes much sense? Many people in the San Antonio area and across the country are struggling with this question. Of course, the need for debt relief varies by person often reflects someone’s stage in life. For young people, […]
Bankruptcy as a debt relief option for credit card debt
Credit card debt is a problem that plagues many Americans. Residents of the San Antonio area certainly experience their share of this, as do many other Texans. It continues to be a problem, here and elsewhere, even as some measures of the economy slowly improve. If your credit card debt has become unmanageable, filing for […]
Credit card tips and tricks for the holidays
Black Friday, the now-notorious start of the holiday shopping season, is only three days away. For those already struggling with credit card debt, kicking off another spending extravaganza is not exactly a happy occasion. But there are steps you can take to protect yourself in both big and small ways. Legally, keep in mind that […]
Credit Card Debt: Consumer, Beware
Credit card debt is like a slippery slope. You may start down that path, thinking you’ll catch up soon. But life happens – injuries, illnesses, lost or downsized jobs. Suddenly, you find yourself slipping farther down the slope. If you are in this position, bankruptcy can be an effective response. It offers a way to […]
Credit Card Debt Collection: Concerns About Flawed Paperwork
The credit card industry does it all it can to get people hooked on unsupportable debt. To be sure, the bad economy is often a factor. You may have lost your job or had your hours cut. There may be other financial pressures, too, such as medical bills. So it can be tempting to begin […]