Drowning in debt? Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy could offer relief, but they work very differently.

Mark Henricks has written on mortgages, real estate and investing for many leading publications. He works from Austin, Texas, where he engages in songwriting, wilderness backpacking, whitewater ...

Several recent signs are highlighting the fact that consumers are struggling to keep up with their debt payments. Bankruptcy filings jumped last year, delinquency rates remain elevated and Americans ...

Filing for bankruptcy isn't a decision that most people take lightly, and for good reason. Not only does a bankruptcy have a significant impact on your finances, but you must also meet specific ...