What Is a Property Lien?

A lien is a notice attached to your property to give the public notice that a creditor claims  you owe it money. Liens are typically public record and are filed at your local records office or with the county clerk. Property liens can be complicated, and if you have...

What Happens if You’re Charged With ‘Fraudulent Debt’?

If you are challenged with debt fraud during a bankruptcy case, you will likely not be able to discharge that debt. This means that you will have to pay it back. However, it is important to understand what kinds of debts can be challenged successfully, and what the...

What is the “Automatic Stay” in Bankruptcy?

The “automatic stay” stops just about all actions by your creditors against you or your property as of the moment your bankruptcy case is filed. “Stay” is just a legal word for “stop.” It’s “automatic” because the very act of filing your case “operates as a stay”...

What is the NACBA?

When you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy, you may start to do some research on your own. As you come across different organizations, you may see one by the name of NACBA. These organizations can help you with resources and information about bankruptcy along...

What to Know if You’re Thinking About Buying a Foreclosed Home

Buying a foreclosed home can be a great way to save money and purchase a home that you wouldn’t otherwise consider due to price. There are some important considerations you need to think about when you are in the process of buying a foreclosed home. Leinart Law has...