Have you ever received an unexpected bonus? Are you in sales and you just had a huge month? Normally an unexpected spike in income is a good thing. For some, it’s a chance to go out and splurge on some retail therapy. For others, it might mean a few nights out on the...
Almost One-Sixth of Retired NFL Players File for Bankruptcy
“Are you ready for some bankruptcy!?” You can almost hear Hank Williams Jr. shouting that out as a new anthem for Monday Night Football. NFL players are paid an enormous amount of money to play a game that a lot of us would play for free if only our spouses would let...
Filing for Bankruptcy? Don’t Forget the Cadillac
When you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you don’t get to pick and choose which debts you eliminate or what assets you list on your paperwork. Bankruptcy is an all or nothing legal action. When in Doubt, Disclose, Disclose, Disclose “But I don’t want to lose my Ford...
The Bankruptcy Client Who Got in Trouble for Paying Back Her Own Mother
Just Like the Girl That Married Dear Old Dad She gave you life. She gave you love and affection. She gave you security and protection. She gave you seven grand. Yes, moms are by their very nature giving. And if you asked her, she would probably give you the shirt off...
Sometimes Baby Makes One…Income
Two incomes are great, especially when there are only two mouths to feed. Even if you rack up some debt, you'll have plenty of money to keep up with your monthly credit card statements. But what happens when baby makes three? Pablum and Then Some We can all agree that...
Mall Kiosk Mayhem
Mall kiosks. Every mall has them. But have you ever seen one that was packed with customers? Probably not. Whether you are hocking cell phones, piercing ears, or selling Christmas ornaments, turning a profit at a mall kiosk is a risky proposition. Here's the story of...