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Avoiding Credit Repair Scams

Choosing assistance from a credit repair company will only worsen your financial situation by wasting your time and putting you further behind on your debts. Neither you nor a credit repair company has the right to remove accurate, current information from a credit report.

Dealing with Debt

Shoveling out from under debt can be daunting. But taking a few smart steps can avoid legal headaches and hassles.

Dischargeable Debts

Discharge in bankruptcy refers to the bankruptcy court's order that relieves you of your responsibility for your debts. The discharge means that your creditors can't take any further action to collect those debts from you. Learn about which debts can be discharged in bankruptcy.

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Austin TX Bankruptcy Laws - A New Approach to Your Financial Health

Exploring Bankruptcy Law—Are You Ready for Debt Relief?

Filing for bankruptcy isn’t for everyone—but if you’re ready to start learning about what it takes and how it works, Douglas J. Powell can provide guidance and expertise to increase your understanding of the bankruptcy laws in Austin, Georgetown, Round Rock, and Western Texas.  

Your first consultation in our offices about your financial situation is free.
 
Call Douglas Powell at 1 512 476-2457 to learn about how bankruptcy can change your financial future. 

Figuring Out the Best Way to Fix Your Figures

When you file for bankruptcy in Texas, there are certain factors the court considers:

  • The amount of debt you owe
  • Your income and how it measures against the Texas median family income
  • Your reasonable and necessary living expenses
  • Your exempt and non-exempt assets

Organizing for Your Free Initial Consultation—A Plan for Success

In order to make the most of your free initial consultation, some planning and organization before you visit is necessary.

First, you should prepare a list with the name, address, account number and balance of each person or entity who claims you owe them money, even if you disagree that you owe them anything. 

Second, you should prepare a budget of all household and living expenses--include everything on which you spend money.

Third, you should prepare a list of any unusual assets you may own, such as boats, airplanes, stocks, rental properties, inheritances or anything else of value.

Be certain to bring these three items to your free initial bankruptcy consultation, because there are many opportunities that can be leveraged immediately:

Initial forms and information are available on our resources page. 

Please take a few moments to review and complete any of them that relate to your situation before coming to our Austin TX bankruptcy litigation law firm for your free bankruptcy consultation.

Call Douglas J. Powell at 1 512 476-2457 to learn about how bankruptcy can change your financial future.

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