by shankar.bs@thomsonreuters.com | Apr 8, 2022 | Bankruptcy
The Wisconsin utility disconnect moratorium, which prevents your utility service company from disconnecting electric and gas accounts, will come to a close on April 15, 2022. This means utility companies can resume shut-off scheduling for those with outstanding bills....
by monte.olmsted@thomsonreuters.com | Apr 5, 2022 | Bankruptcy
The financial struggles continued for you and your family, and especially hit hard during the past two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. The bills that piled up included those for utilities. But, during the recent months, the state of Wisconsin provided you with a...
by vijayakumar.s@thomsonreuters.com | Mar 14, 2022 | Bankruptcy, Business Bankruptcy
When you have debt building up, the pressure to pay it off can be overwhelming. Collections agencies, lawsuits from creditors and threats of foreclosure can make you feel like you have no options but to pay as soon as possible. While your tax return may help pay off...
by bkabritsor | Jan 10, 2022 | Bankruptcy
As your credit card bills from the holidays become due, you may be thinking about revising your financial approach in the new year. It can be hard to get a fresh start, especially when you owe too much money from December’s festivities. These three smart...
by bkabritsor | Nov 10, 2021 | Bankruptcy
Both the holiday season and bankruptcy can be stressful for many people. When these two matters collide, planning and decision-making can become especially burdensome. It is often thought that pushing bankruptcy off until later is a better financial move, but there...
by jackie.hesse@thomsonreuters.com | Oct 5, 2021 | Bankruptcy
GoFundMe sites have been created for many reasons; someone needs an operation, someone’s cat needs an operation, or a family needs enough money to finally have a home. In an era where more bankruptcy cases are filed due to medical debt, it is not unreasonable to...
by bkabritsor | Sep 22, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Management, Personal Bankruptcy
No one ever wants to think that they will face bankruptcy, but it is likely more common than you think. According to the U.S. Courts, 544,463 people filed for bankruptcy in 2020. The process is also not as scary as you may think, though there are many myths and...
by bkabritsor | Jul 30, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 128
If you struggling to manage your bills, filing for bankruptcy provides an opportunity to start fresh. However, though it is the right option in many cases, bankruptcy can have long-term implications for your financial future. If you are a Wisconsin resident and...
by bkabritsor | Jul 28, 2021 | Bankruptcy
If you are struggling to pay your monthly bills, you may also have difficulty obtaining a personal line of credit or credit card. After all, if your debt-to-income ratio is too high, you may have a low credit score. Filing for bankruptcy is likely to drive your credit...
by bkabritsor | Jul 13, 2021 | Bankruptcy
If you are a single mom who has recently gone through a divorce, your credit might be in rough condition. The fact is, this kind of situation is not uncommon. With that said, now could be a good opportunity to turn your finances around, and filing for bankruptcy may...
