There is finally some good news in Central Florida’s foreclosure market. The Orlando metro area showed a decline in its foreclosure inventory in July of 2014, which hopefully is an indication the housing market is slowly recovering. Central Florida Foreclosures There was a decrease of 3.6 percentage points from a year ago in the foreclosure...Read More
When you file a Chapter 13 case, you submit a repayment plan that lasts three to five years. A lot can happen during this time that impacts your finances. What can you do if unforeseen financial issues prevent you from being able to afford your monthly Chapter 13 plan payments? One option to consider is...Read More
There was a time when homeowners had few defenses available when it came to foreclosure actions. However, times have changed and now there are numerous defenses that allow a homeowner to successfully defend a foreclosure lawsuit. Below are a few examples: Unfair mortgage terms. If a provision of your mortgage loan “shocks the conscience” of...Read More
You might be surprised to learn that attorneys are using social media to gather evidence for lawsuits. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and numerous other websites provide a wealth of information about people. It is important to remember that what you post on social forums can be used against you by creditors and/or the trustee in your...Read More
If you are considering filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it is important to understand how your debt will be treated in your case. Bankruptcy law provides certain classifications for the different types of debt, and each class of debt is required to be treated similarly. Below is a summary of each type...Read More
Is space tourism just around the corner? According to Bloomberg, it is. Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Boeing Co. are busy at work trying to make it a reality. Commercial Crew Transportation Capability They have been competing to obtain a $3 billion contract, formally known as the Commercial Crew Transportation Capability contract, to provide the first...Read More
Hopefully you have read our blog yesterday titled “Facing Foreclosure? Know Your Options.” This part of the blog will examine how filing a personal bankruptcy can affect a foreclosure action. Chapter 7 bankruptcy As soon as you file your Chapter 7 petition, the automatic stay goes into effect. The stay prohibits any further collection activity...Read More
Discharging student loans in a personal bankruptcy case can be difficult. The debtor must establish an “undue hardship,” which is a tough standard to meet. If you are unable to show an undue hardship, what happens to your student loans in your bankruptcy case? The answer depends on your finances, the type of bankruptcy you filed and...Read More
You are probably aware that a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can provide you debt relief, but do you know when you should file your case? There is no magic trick for finding the perfect time to file your case, but there are certain instances where you should consider meeting with an attorney. When Is...Read More
SpaceX is facing a lawsuit by two former employees alleging it violated labor laws when the company terminated them and others. The rocket manufacturer is accused of “mass layoffs” that included 200 to 400 employees without providing the 60-day notice as required by state law. The plaintiffs are seeking damages that include back-pay plus interest,...Read More
