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Insolvency Service “reframes” view of creditor – IPs can apply their discretion (UK)

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5 refi blunders to avoid

Envy. Sloth. Overall boneheadedness. They lead folks to make refinancing mistakes. But not you.

Millions of Americans working -- but worried

More workers today fear losing their paychecks, Bankrate's Financial Security Index finds.

Long-lost utility bill zaps credit score

A bill you never knew about can lurk for years before landing on your credit report.

Poll: Job fears grow as hiring slows

Americans with jobs are increasingly concerned about keeping them, Bankrate's Financial Security Index finds.

July 2011 debt

As unemployment climbs, more of those with a paycheck are fearful of losing it, the Financial Security Index finds.

July 2011 monthly spending

As unemployment climbs, more of those with a paycheck are fearful of losing it, the Financial Security Index finds.

6 smartphone shopping app traps

Using your mobile phone can be convenient, but being smart involves avoiding spending traps.

July 2011 savings

As unemployment climbs, more of those with a paycheck are fearful of losing it, the Financial Security Index finds.

July 2011 financial security

As unemployment climbs, more of those with a paycheck are fearful of losing it, the Financial Security Index finds.

July 2011 net worth

As unemployment climbs, more of those with a paycheck are fearful of losing it, the Financial Security Index finds.

Staking claim to spouse's Social Security

You are entitled to a share of your spouse's benefits, but the amount depends on your age.

July 2011 job security

As unemployment climbs, more of those with a paycheck are fearful of losing it, the Financial Security Index finds.

Congressman Hinojosa's Bankruptcy Plan Appears to Violate Bankruptcy Code, Including BACPA Provisions He Voted For

Congressman Ruben Hinojosa was one of many representatives who voted for the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005. As a chapter 11 debtor, he will now be tested to see whether must follow the same rules he voted for, as

Evict sister or assist her

A sibling has nice and not-so-nice ways of removing a sister from their dead parents' home.

Should your kids have life insurance?

Should your kids have life insurance? Probably not. Here are some better options to protect them.

Despite Bad Behavior By Wells Fargo, Court Finds That Broad Remedial Injunction Was Unwarranted

Despite clear cut abuse by a mortgage lender, the Fifth Circuit has found that a bankruptcy court lacked authority to enter a broad remedial injunction requiring Wells Fargo to conduct an extensive audit of claims filed in the Eastern District of

Bankruptcy Mortgage Project Website

Subject: [Bankr-L] new Bankruptcy Mortgage Project website Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:55:01 -0400 From: John Rao Reply-To: The National Consumer Law Center has set up a website that collects and makes available for download a variety of documents...

Loan Modifications – We Are Working With Our Clients On Them

If You Have A Bad Mortgage Loan, Loan Modification May Be The Answer Many clients come into my bankruptcy law office here in Houston complaining about their mortgage company, and how it seems like they want to foreclose on them. They have applied for

Hoffman Estates Bankruptcy Attorney Discusses Homes And Filing Bankruptcy

Link I am often asked whether or not filing for bankruptcy can reduce the amount of a mortgage payment. The general answer is no. If you have a mortgage on a property and it is your principle residence, the mortgage company does not have to reduce

Governor Brown Signs Bill Protecting California Homeowners from Claims by Junior Mortgage Holders Following Consent to and Completion of a Short Sale

July 22, 2011 Dear Insolvency Law Committee Constituency List members: The following is an EBulletin prepared by Insolvency Law Committee member Robert G. Harris: Governor Brown signs bill protecting California homeowners from claims by junior