Many individuals of any age can face financial difficulties. Older Ohio residents are just as susceptible to having a hard time making ends meet as individuals of a younger age. Some older parties may suffer due to medical expenses or other issues that they have had...
For numerous Ohio residents, financial status may play a considerable role in how they view themselves and how they believe other people view them. Some individuals facing financial difficulties may believe that they should feel ashamed about their situation, and that...
In order to be successful, many Ohio residents know that money may need to be spent and investors attracted. However, if a person is unable to repay investors and/or make more money than he or she spent, serious financial issues could result. In some situations,...
When Ohio residents are considering getting a handle on their debt, they may wonder which management option may be right for them. They may want to consider consolidation or settlements rather than bankruptcy because the word "bankruptcy" often appears to have a...
Trying to pay for expensive medical treatment can be a difficult situation for Ohio residents. Some procedures may be necessary in order for ailments or injuries to be remedied, but the bills associated with the procedures could leave individuals facing considerable...
Ohio residents may be interested to learn about a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in which the court ruled that a debtor does not have a right to appeal a denial of a proposed Chapter 13 repayment plan. The ruling was issued on May 4, and puts an end to splits in...
One of the options available to Ohio debtors who cannot obtain relief from their financial obligations through other methods is filing for Chapter 13, assuming the eligibility requirements are met. While a successful completion of the plan will result in the discharge...
Ohio residents may wonder if they can walk away from a home on which they have a mortgage if they are in the middle of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Even if the bankruptcy filing consolidated debts and all payments, including the mortgage, are being made through the...
Individuals in Ohio may think that they cannot discharge their student loans in a bankruptcy, but this common assumption is not always true. In some circumstances, private student loans can be discharged along with other types of debt. For example, loans made to...
Ohioans who have experienced a severe drop in their income have a few options to manage their debts. The first step is to speak with a certified credit counselor. These professionals can help people in a dire financial situation understand their options and give...
