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21 Feb, 2012
Reaves & Lee

Your Credit and Bankruptcy

One of the main concerns people have about bankruptcy is how it will affect their credit. While filing for bankruptcy does not cause damage to your credit, there are some credit consequences indirectly associated with the...

20 Feb, 2012
Reaves & Lee

Credit Card Applications Rise

It is a bit surprising to learn that there has been an 11 percent spike in the demand for consumer credit cards over the last few months. Unemployment continues to plague the nation, mortgage debts and foreclosures are out of...

20 Feb, 2012
Reaves & Lee

Negotiating Medical Debt

Medical debt has become a major source of personal debt among Americans in recent years. With so many uninsured or underinsured people, a simple trip to the emergency room can cost thousands. As one of the largest debt...

20 Feb, 2012
Reaves & Lee

Recent Bankruptcy Filing Patterns

There has been much attention surrounding the drop in bankruptcy filings over the last year or so. Historically, filing patterns coincide with economic fluctuations and legislative changes. However, as the economy continues...

17 Feb, 2012
Reaves & Lee

Habits For Financial Smarts

While bankruptcy is a useful tool for those experiencing financial hardships and insolvency, rarely does someone set out to end up over their heads in debt. Smart money management isn’t something that comes naturally...