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A Foreclosure is scheduled, what can I do to stop it?
If you are reading this blog, you are looking for help. The first thing I want you to know is help is available, don’t wait to reach out...

Jovanna Bearden
May 28, 20222 min read
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What is a Reaffirmation Agreement?
The 341 Meeting Information Sheet provides a great explanation of what a Reaffirmation Agreement is: “Even if a debt can be discharged,...

Jovanna Bearden
May 14, 20222 min read
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I’ve been sued, can I still wipe the debt out in Bankruptcy?
People are often worried that when a creditor sues them it’s too late for bankruptcy to help. Don’t worry, it’s not too late - you still...

Jovanna Bearden
May 7, 20221 min read
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What happens at a Bankruptcy Court date and why is it called “Meeting of Creditors”?
Whether you file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will be required to attend at least one court date, and this is your Section...

Jovanna Bearden
Apr 16, 20222 min read
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What should I bring to a consultation about bankruptcy?
After scheduling that much anticipated first meeting with a bankruptcy attorney, you want to be prepared so you can get as much...

Jovanna Bearden
Apr 9, 20222 min read
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If I file a bankruptcy will I lose my house?
This is a very common question, and for good reason. You need a home, and you don’t want to jeopardize it trying to get out from under...

Jovanna Bearden
Apr 2, 20222 min read
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Do I make too much money to file a bankruptcy?
I get this question a lot, and the short answer is an attorney's favorite: "It depends." Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are impacted by...

Jovanna Bearden
Mar 26, 20222 min read
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What is Equity?
When you are planning on filing a bankruptcy, a question your attorney is going to talk to you about is the equity you have in your...

Jovanna Bearden
Mar 19, 20222 min read
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My car was repossessed, what can I do?
Are you worried because your car creditor has contacted you and threatened to repossess your car? Or maybe the worst has happened and you...

Jovanna Bearden
Mar 12, 20222 min read
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I’m being Garnished, what can I do?
It’s a bad day when you open your mail or get a letter from HR that says your wages are about to be garnished. You have to act fast to...

Jovanna Bearden
Mar 5, 20222 min read
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What I wish people knew about credit scores
People treat their credit scores like a prized plant - caring for it, watering it, pruning it, hoping to grow it into a big and strong...

Jovanna Bearden
Mar 2, 20222 min read
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Am I a Bad Person for Filing a Bankruptcy?
I have been helping people file for bankruptcy since I was a law student, way back in 2006. Since that time the number 1 question I get...

Jovanna Bearden
Feb 26, 20222 min read
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