Several financial experts have predicted that the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates on Dec. 14 may be a signal that the era of historically low borrowing costs is drawing to a close. While the modest quarter point increase may not be a cause of...
Month: December 2016
Court bars future discharges after repeat bankruptcy filings
Tennessee residents may file for bankruptcy more than once in their lifetime. However, a bankruptcy court can choose to bar a future discharge of debts in some cases. It is rare for a bankruptcy court to restrict future discharges, but a court will do so if a debtor...
Stopping debt collection calls during the holidays
Around the holidays, many people in Tennessee enjoy time at home with their families. Receiving calls from collection agents at this time could put a damper on the jovial mood. While collection agents are not allowed to call at inconvenient times, there are no...
The truth about working with debt negotiation companies
Tennessee residents who struggle with debt might wonder what other repayment options exist. In addition to credit counseling, one could also enlist the services of a debt negotiation firm. These debt companies attempt to help with an individual's debt obligation by...
Time of property transfer can be a bankruptcy issue
Every Tennessee bankruptcy filing presents courts with unique circumstances to consider. A case between a dentist and a patient awarded a judgment for malpractice illustrates one of the problems that can arise between debtors and creditors. In this case before the...