Posted by Ellen Brown | Jun 05, 2023 |
Have you considered using a debt consolidation plan with one of the many debt settlement companies (i.e. National Debt Relief)?
Debt relief (or debt settlement) is a program offered by third-party debt relief companies to borrowers struggling to make debt payments. Typically, these companies enc...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Jun 02, 2023 |
Yes, you can still file for bankruptcy if you are in a credit counseling program. In fact, there are a few reasons why you might want to file for bankruptcy even if you are in a credit counseling program.
First, credit counseling programs typically only offer a temporary solution to your debt pr...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 31, 2023 |
Yes, you can still file for bankruptcy if you have already been sued and received a lawsuit or garnishment. In fact, filing for bankruptcy can stop a lawsuit and garnishment.
When you file for bankruptcy, an automatic stay goes into effect. The automatic stay is a court order that prohibits cred...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 29, 2023 |
Yes, you can get rid of medical bills in bankruptcy. In fact, medical bills are one of the most common types of debt that people file for bankruptcy to discharge.
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy to get rid of medical bills, it is important to give us a call at Brown and Seelye to ...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 26, 2023 |
When you file a bankruptcy most of the time you have the choice of whether to keep or give back the vehicle.
If you surrender your car in bankruptcy, you will not have to pay for it. When you surrender your car, you are giving it back to the lender. The lender will then sell the car to recoup ...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 24, 2023 |
Here are the steps on how to dispute your credit report:
Get your credit report. You can get your credit report for free once a year from each of the three major credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. You can get your credit report online, by mail, or by phone.
Review your credi...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 22, 2023 |
Here are the top 10 benefits to filing bankruptcy:
A fresh start. Filing for bankruptcy can give you a fresh start by wiping out most of your debt. This can help you to improve your credit score and financial situation over time.
Protection from creditors. Filing for bankruptcy will stop cr...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 19, 2023 |
We serve all cities in Western Washington including the following:
Aberdeen
Acme
Airway Heights
Albion
Allyn
Arlington
Auburn
Bainbridge Island
Battle Ground
Bellingham
Bellevue
Black Diamond
Bonney Lake
Bothell
Bremerton
Brier
Burien
Burlington
Camas
Carbonado
Carnation
C...
Posted by Ellen Brown | May 17, 2023 |
Brown and Seelye serves the following counties in Western Washington State:
Clallam County
Clark County
Cowlitz County
Grays Harbor County
Island County
Jefferson County
King County
Kitsap County
Lewis County
Mason County
Pacific County
Pierce County
San Juan County
Skagit County
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Posted by Ellen Brown | May 15, 2023 |
Bankruptcy will improve your credit score and make it easier to get approved for new loans or credit cards. While you are rebuilding credit there are things you can do to improve your credit score quickly, such as paying your bills on time, keeping your credit utilization low, and disputing any i...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 28, 2023 |
There are many things you can do to quickly rebuild your credit score after bankruptcy. Here are a few:
Make all of your payments on time, including your rent, utilities, and car payments.
Keep your credit utilization low. This means using less than 30% of your available credit.
Dispute any...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 26, 2023 |
Uninsured accident claims may be dischargeable in bankruptcy, but it depends on the specific circumstances of the case. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, it is important to speak with an attorney to discuss your options. An attorney can help you understand your rights and can help you...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 24, 2023 |
When your car is repossessed, the lender sells it at auction to try to recoup the money you owe. However, the auction price may not be enough to cover the full amount of the loan, plus any fees or expenses that the lender incurred. If this is the case, you will still owe the lender the remaining ...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 21, 2023 |
There are a number of warning signs that you may be headed for personal bankruptcy. These include:
Missing payments on your bills. This is one of the most obvious warning signs that you may be in financial trouble. If you are consistently missing payments on your bills, it is a sign that you ...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 19, 2023 |
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, it is important to speak with an attorney to discuss your individual circumstances and to determine if bankruptcy is the right option for you.
Here are some things to consider when deciding if you have enough debt to file bankruptcy:
The amount of...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 17, 2023 |
Car title loans are a type of short-term loan that uses your car's title as collateral. They can be a quick and easy way to get cash, but they come with a number of dangers.
Hidden fees
In addition to the high interest rate, car title lenders may also charge a variety of hidden fees, such as or...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 14, 2023 |
There are a number of dangers associated with internet loans. Here are just few of them that many many of our clients have experienced:
High interest rates: Internet loans often have very high interest rates, which can make it difficult to repay the loan.
Aggressive collection practices: ...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 12, 2023 |
Although it seems unbelievable, according to a report by LendingClub, as of January 2023, 60% of United States adults, including more than four in 10 high-income consumers, live paycheck to paycheck. This means that over 160 million Americans are struggling to make ends meet each month.
There ...
Posted by Ellen Brown | Apr 03, 2023 |
TikTok scams can be devastating, leading to financial ruin and bankruptcy.
Posted by Ellen Brown | Mar 31, 2023 |
Scams can be devastating and can lead to bankruptcy. Learn more about pretending to be a local authority.
Posted by Ellen Brown | Mar 29, 2023 |
Scams can be devastating and can lead to bankruptcy. Learn more about romance scams.
Posted by Ellen Brown | Mar 27, 2023 |
Scams can be devastating and can lead to bankruptcy. Learn more about home repair scams.
Posted by Ellen Brown | Mar 24, 2023 |
Scams can be devastating and can lead to bankruptcy. Learn more about charity scams.
Posted by Ellen Brown | Mar 22, 2023 |
Scams can be devastating and can lead to bankruptcy. Learn more about foreign money scams.
Posted by Ellen Brown | Mar 20, 2023 |
Scams can be devastating and can lead to bankruptcy. Learn more about IRS and Tax Scams