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Can You Get a Mortgage After Declaring Bankruptcy?

By Archie Speights / August 10, 2022 / Comments Off on Can You Get a Mortgage After Declaring Bankruptcy?

Here’s everything you need to know about getting a mortgage after bankruptcy & how to successfully navigate the process.

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Qualified Income Trust: Do I Need One?

Qualified Income Trust: Do I Need One?

By Archie Speights / June 9, 2022 / Comments Off on Qualified Income Trust: Do I Need One?

Americans are getting older, and how to pay for long-term care is becoming a pressing concern. How can you make sure you’re taken care of?

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What is a Special Needs Trust?

What is a Special Needs Trust?

By Archie Speights / April 4, 2022 / Comments Off on What is a Special Needs Trust?

A special needs trust is a trust for disabled persons that preserves the beneficiary’s maximum eligibility for government benefits.

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9 Questions to Ask a Long-Term Care Planning Attorney

9 Questions to Ask a Long-Term Care Planning Attorney

By Archie Speights / March 5, 2022 / Comments Off on 9 Questions to Ask a Long-Term Care Planning Attorney

Understanding what goes into long-term care planning will help you forge the right plan and choose the best estate planning attorney for your needs.

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What Is The Difference Between Elder Law And Estate Planning?

What Is The Difference Between Elder Law And Estate Planning?

By Archie Speights / February 14, 2022 / Comments Off on What Is The Difference Between Elder Law And Estate Planning?

The difference between what an elder law attorney does and what an estate planning attorney specializes in lies in their focus.

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12 Mistakes People Make When Filing for Bankruptcy Without a Lawyer

By Archie Speights / November 10, 2020 / Comments Off on 12 Mistakes People Make When Filing for Bankruptcy Without a Lawyer

In Georgia you are allowed to file for bankruptcy without the help of an attorney. However, this is not advisable. Here’s why.

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The Benefits Of Filing For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

By Archie Speights / September 24, 2020 / Comments Off on The Benefits Of Filing For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy comes with a certain amount of stigma in the United States, so it might seem strange to consider the benefits of a bankruptcy filing. But for some people struggling with insurmountable debt, Chapter 7 bankruptcy can represent a fresh start, and a chance to get their financial lives back on track. We have seen this process first-hand.

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What Happens When You File for Bankruptcy in Georgia?

By Archie Speights / May 13, 2020 / Comments Off on What Happens When You File for Bankruptcy in Georgia?

The process of filing for bankruptcy depends on whether you’re filing Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 – the two most common types of bankruptcy for individuals. The specifics of your finances and assets have an effect on the process as well. Here’s an overview for both types of bankruptcy.

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Do You Need a Lawyer to File for Bankruptcy in Georgia?

By Archie Speights / May 1, 2020 / Comments Off on Do You Need a Lawyer to File for Bankruptcy in Georgia?

Filing for bankruptcy is complicated, has serious implications on your future finances, and you’re not always guaranteed to get all of your debts wiped clean. Here are a few reasons you shouldn’t attempt it without the help of a qualified bankruptcy attorney.

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What Are the Different Types of
Drug Crimes in Georgia?

By Archie Speights / May 13, 2019 / Comments Off on What Are the Different Types of
Drug Crimes in Georgia?

There are many different types of drug charges that you could find yourself facing in the state of Georgia if you are arrested. While some drug crimes are misdemeanors, other types of drug crimes in Georgia are far more serious and are considered felonies.

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