Monthly Archives: May 2024
Domestic Violence: Financial Suggestions
When most people think of domestic violence, (DV) they probably zoom in on the physical and emotional abuse that goes on. While these are, indeed, very serious, another often overlooked facet of DV is that perpetrators inflict financial abuse in nearly all cases, as well. It’s a control tactic that effectively holds victims trapped… Read More »
Is Debt Forgiveness an Option for Your Credit Card Debt?
If you are feeling overwhelmed by credit card debt, you’re certainly not alone! By the end of 2023, credit card debt had well exceeded a trillion dollars, with the average household in debt to the tune of nearly $8,000. The average APR on credit cards at that time was near 25 percent, but, according… Read More »
First Steps When Facing Felony Charges
You don’t quite know what to think of your situation: you’ve just been charged with a felony! What will that mean for you? How should you behave? Should you answer all of the questions the police are throwing at you to prove that you are innocent? Should you do whatever it takes to get… Read More »
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Means Testing
If you have been overwhelmed by debt in the state of Florida, you may be looking for a way out from under the pressure of debt collectors. You’re not alone: nearly 27,000 Floridians filed for bankruptcy in 2022 alone. One of the most common pathways out of debt is through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy… Read More »