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Aug. 10, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly everyone in some way or another. Whether it took a toll on your family’s health, or hurt your pocketbooks due to businesses closing down, there’s no doubt that as a country—and as a global community—we’re still digging out from the havoc the pandemic caused. Fortunately, there are several federal and local assistance programs that have started up to help citizens through this time, and one of the most helpful is the COVID forbearance period for paying back student loans.

July 7, 2022

If you experience financial hardship and are unable to repay your debts, you may be considering filing for bankruptcy. While bankruptcy can help you overcome mounting debt and achieve financial freedom, filing for bankruptcy is a complex and daunting process.

June 30, 2022

If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, there are several considerations you’ll need to take into account before taking action. Many people falsely see bankruptcy as failing and think it will ruin their finances.

April 22, 2022

You’ve made it to the United States as an immigrant and you have a green card giving you lawful permanent resident (LPR) status. You hope to bring your loved ones still overseas to join you, just as you also hope to become a naturalized citizen. Yet, you have debts growing out of control and you must deal with that crisis at the same time. Is it possible to file for bankruptcy and still retain your LPR status and file to become a citizen?

April 8, 2022

Working for the government requires having a security clearance. The security clearance allows you to have access to certain classified national security information.

March 2, 2022

Life's financial curveballs can strike unexpectedly and make it difficult for you to pay bills or meet your financial obligations. Thankfully, filing for bankruptcy is among the promising options to help married couples facing financial distress achieve debt relief. However, before you file for bankruptcy, it is vital to understand how your bankruptcy petition will affect your spouse. Our knowledgeable Virginia bankruptcy attorneys can enlighten you about the impact of bankruptcy on your spouse and help you navigate key decisions.

Feb. 18, 2022

Many Americans will face a medical emergency in their lifetime, and they will have to find a way to pay the bill. But it’s not just sudden medical emergencies that lead to expensive treatments and high bills.

Jan. 27, 2022

When experiencing financial distress, filing for bankruptcy is among the promising options to achieve debt relief and restore your financial health. Depending on the bankruptcy chapter you are petitioning for, you might lose your unnecessary luxury items. However, for the most part, your retirement accounts – including 401(k) and other qualified retirement accounts – will be protected in the bankruptcy case.

Dec. 9, 2021

If you have filed for bankruptcy before, you might wonder how long you must wait to file again — or if you are even allowed to do so. In fact, many people mistakenly think it is not possible to file for bankruptcy more than once.

Nov. 30, 2021