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Avoid these banks if filing bankruptcy!

Why avoid certain banks if filing bankruptcy? Because if you don't, you could lose a lot of money! Here's why and how…

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Malcolm Ruthven February 12, 2018February 12, 2018 Bankruptcy No Comments

I filed bankruptcy and can't open a bank account!

I filed bankruptcy. I want to open a new bank account but can't because "Chex Systems" has me listed as having an overdrawn bank account. Why did this happen and what can I do? (more…)

Malcolm Ruthven November 15, 2011March 27, 2013 Bankruptcy No Comments

Be careful of offers for a new credit card!

Banks are sending offers for "professional" credit cards that do not qualify for the consumer protections provided by the "Card Act" of 2009. Those protections were intended for you but you won't get them with these credit cards. (more…)

Malcolm Ruthven August 30, 2010August 30, 2010 Credit Cards No Comments

Be careful! Don't have money where you owe money.

If you have money deposited where you also owe money, you might find that your deposited money is gone. (more…)

Malcolm Ruthven July 24, 2010November 24, 2013 Bankruptcy, Common Mistakes No Comments

Quality-of-life signs that it may be time to file bankruptcy

What are some warning signs of undesirable behavior and quality of life that might signal that it's time to think about filing bankruptcy? (more…)

Malcolm Ruthven May 14, 2009May 25, 2009 Quality of Life 1 Comment

I just filed bankruptcy. Where's my money???

If you're considering filing bankruptcy, there is a series of traps that may be ready to spring and catch you; actually, catch your money. (more…)

Malcolm Ruthven May 13, 2009November 24, 2013 Bankruptcy, Banks, Common Mistakes No Comments
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