Probate, the administration of an estate following an individual’s death, is handled differently in Texas than most of the rest of the country. The state has two kinds of formal probate. One is a procedure, called independent administration. The other is a...
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Month: June 2018
Why medical debt is a leading cause of bankruptcy
In 2016 alone, the United States saw 770,946 personal bankruptcy filings. Although there are many reasons a person may file for bankruptcy, medical debt continues to be a leading cause of this debt relief option in Texas and across the country. Contrary to...
The difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Many people considering filing for bankruptcy are unfamiliar with the multiple "types" available for personal filers. More people filing for personal bankruptcy in Texas will fall into the category of Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. It is a good idea for...
How to get a personal loan after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy
One of the most well-known consequences of filing for bankruptcy is the mark on a credit report. Texas individuals may worry about access to credit following a bankruptcy filing, as a lower credit score can impact the ability to qualify for a loan. However, while...
What is the best card to pay off when facing credit card debt?
Those holding debt in many different places often struggle with deciding who to pay off first. This is especially true when facing credit card debt from multiple Texas credit card companies, juggling the many balances owing with factors like interest rate. On top...
Only 4 of 10 adults have an estate plan
It's a fallacy that creating a will is difficult, complicated and overwhelming, but many people don't seem to want to address this issue because it also touches upon their mortality. Many think they will live forever, or put off estate planning for another day because...