Where Should I Report Violations Of The Law?
Although the FTC can't act as your lawyer in private disputes, information about your experiences and concerns is vital to the enforcement of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Send your questions or …
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Will I Ever Get Paid if the Debtor Files Bankruptcy?
That depends. You must participate in the bankruptcy proceedings and you may desire legal representation depending on the complexity of the case, the legal priority of your debt and the …
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Lien Priorities: Who Gets Paid First?
For many Americans, the purchase of property is among the most important and most expensive purchases that they make. Most property owners borrow money in order to buy real estate. In order to protect their purchase, it is important for property owners, and those who lend them money that is secured by the property, to understand the importance of recording liens and title according …
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Charging Off a Bad Debt: How, When and Why to Do It
For many creditors, the frustrating reality is that it costs money and it takes time to recover the money that is legally owed to them if a borrower stops repaying a loan. The costs of debt recovery can be significant. Foreclosure, for example, can be expensive and take over a year to complete in some states. Therefore, many businesses choose to write off their bad business …
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