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Bankruptcy Interest Increases As Deadline Approaches
Congress recently passed sweeping legislation that will significantly reform American law. Designed to eliminate the "convenience bankruptcy" of compulsive gamblers and the financially irresponsible, this legislation will make it more difficult for those seeking protection from the courts to have their debts relieved.Under current law, people who have debts that they cannot repay may file under Chapter 7 of the Federal code, which allows nearly all debts to be wiped away. The new legislation, which takes effect in October, 2005, will require most people filing for to file under Chapter 13 instead. Chapter 13 requires that a repayment plan be established, usually over a period of five years. Chapter 7 filings will still be an option, but the new legislation includes a "means test" that examines the filer's income to determine whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 is appropriate.With the new law set to take effect, the number of people inquiring about Chapter 7 filing has increased dramatically. Attorneys who specialize in law have reported that their phones are ringing constantly, as people who are in financial trouble are wondering if they should file for immediately. While this is good for business, many attorneys are a bit concerned about the sudden rush to file for bankruptcy.While filing for may be the only option for some people, it is
not something to undertake in haste. stays on your credit report for a minimum of ten years, and can your ability to obtain auto loans, mortgages or even jobs in the future, even if you have established financial stability. should not be entered into lightly, and should be considered only as a last resort. Many creditors will work with those who owe them money, and it may be possible to establish a repayment plan without filing for bankruptcy. If you feel that your financial situation is serious enough that is a possible option for you, you may wish to speak to a credit counselor or attorney now. There are still five months remaining before the new legislation takes effect; this should provide most people with ample time to examine their options carefully. What you should not do is rush into filing a petition that may turn out not to be necessary. A rush to beat a five-month deadline may haunt you for ten years or more, and that is the last thing you want.. ©Copyright 2005 by Retro Marketing. Charles Essmeier is the owner of Retro Marketing, a firm devoted to informational Websites, including End-Your-Debt.com, a site devoted to debt consolidation and credit counseling, and HomeEquityHelp.net, a site devoted to information regarding home equity loans.
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