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As more banks say ‘no,’ more people turn to bankruptcy for relief

one thing leads to another. with foreclosures on the rise in Plymouth County, bankruptcy filings are skyrocketing, as those who’ve opted for short sales or experienced foreclosure seek shelter from banks that could potentially sue them for the outstanding balances. Suddenly, some attorneys who specialized in real estate, family or criminal law are beefing up [...]

'American Shingle' Under Investigation After Customers Left Hanging

Greenville, SC —   ARREST MADE–INVESTIGATION CONTINUES In an update to an investigation News Channel 7 broke during the summer of 2010, the CEO of American Shingle, was arrested earlier this month in Georgia. Carlton Dunko turned himself in, in Macon, Ga., on charges of theft by conversion.Warrants were issued against Dunko and two other executives of the [...]

What happens to your debt after you file bankruptcy?

AlyandDavy: I know that it doesn’t get passed down to your family. I think they just book it as a loss. I need to file for bankruptcy =( January 18th, 2011 at 12:18 pm MeliseR: Depends on if you file chapter 13 or chapter 7. Chapter 7, the cour discharges the debts you owe. in [...]