Bankruptcy is a bummer. No one has ever said “OH MAN! I’m so excited to file bankruptcy! It’s going to make everything so awesome!” That being said, sometimes it needs to be done. If you have explored all of the alternatives and have decided to file bankruptcy, it’s important that you know what your options are and how they will impact your existing mortgage, or your future ability to obtain home loan financing.
Tag Archives | Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy Options and How They Affect Your Mortgage
by Amber Hunt on May 17, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Family Focus, Homeowners Tips, Retirement, Saving, Smart Shopper, Taxes
Twinkie Manufacturer Hostess Files For Bankruptcy
by Eric Mally on January 11, 2012 in Economic Analysis
Times aren’t so sweet for Hostess nowadays. The Irving, Texas, based company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this afternoon, citing the fact that they owe more than $1 billion to between 50,000 and 100,000 creditors.

Myths and Facts About Credit Pulls and Your Credit
by Kristen Curzytek on August 16, 2011 in Credit & Debt
There are lots of information about credit pulls and your credit. Some of it is just myths, some are facts. Read on to see common myths about credit pulls and myths about your credit!

10 Ways You Can Avoid Bankruptcy
by Jenny Zhang on April 12, 2010 in Homeowners Tips
With unemployment at an all time high, and many families struggling through financial difficulties, it’s easy to view bankruptcy as a way out. But declaring bankruptcy may not only be damaging to your credit, it could also affect future purchases and opportunities. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, here are ten ways to avoid bankruptcy.
20 Things You Didn't Know About Bankruptcies
by Jenny Zhang on October 27, 2009 in Homeowners Tips
We’ve all heard about people who have filed for a bankruptcy, or even gone through the process ourselves. Whether it is student debt, stress from mortgage payments, or credit card debt – bankruptcy has been often viewed as a way out of a desperate situation. But for those of you who are currently considering this option or if you just want to know more about this topic, here are 20 things you might not have known about bankruptcies.
What to do if your mortgage company goes bankrupt
by Clayton Closson on September 13, 2007 in Homeowners Tips
What happens when a mortgage company goes bankrupt is simply that the mortgages they own are sold to another mortgage company. Nothing else changes.
Four Common Myths about Improving Your Credit
by Clayton Closson on September 22, 2006 in Homeowners Tips
There are lots of urban-legend-type beliefs about ways to raise your credit score. But what you think might work, may actually hurt you. What are some of the credit myths and what's the real truth?
Buying a Home After Bankruptcy
by Clayton Closson on November 11, 2005 in Home Buying
Have you recently gone through a bankruptcy? Find out what your home buying options are after filing and how using credit responsibly can help rebuild your credit score.
Bankruptcy: To File or Not To File
by Clayton Closson on August 19, 2005 in Market Update
President Bush has signed into law the new bankruptcy reform law. Find out what the changes are and how this will affect how you file for bankruptcy.
Get It Together with Debt Consolidation
by Clayton Closson on July 22, 2005 in Home Buying
Are you having problems getting out of debt? Too many bills hanging over your head? You're not the only one-millions of Americans are looking for ways to get out of “being in the red”. Read more to find out what you can do to reduce your debt situation.
