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Protecting Your Credit When Marrying Into Debt

You’re getting married, and it’s wonderful to focus on celebrating your love; but are you also marrying your spouse’s past debts?  You need to also think about what happens after the wedding so you don’t get stuck with debts you didn’t run up yourself and wind up with a negative credit score.  Dealing with the issues now can strengthen your relationship so that debts don’t become a burden your marriage can’t survive. Money is one of the major issues that can cause conflict in a... CONTINUE READING

How To Improve Your Credit After Bankruptcy

After bankruptcy, you want to fix your financial situation as quickly as possible. Bankruptcy can remain on your record for up to 10 years and may cause your FICO credit score to go down into the 400's.  Still, there are steps you can take to rebuild your credit and increase your FICO score, and if you can get it to 650 or above, you will probably be eligible to apply for credit for vital purchases.  The experienced bankruptcy attorneys at Fesenmyer Law Offices, LLC can help you find practical... CONTINUE READING

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    Can Filing for Bankruptcy Stop a Civil Lawsuit?

    Bankruptcy is a legal process that is designed to help you recover financially after you go so deep in debt that you have no effective way to pay off what you owe. When used properly, it can give you a fresh financial start. Typically, people declare bankruptcy as a final measure when a...