Bankruptcy Articles & Blog
Bankruptcy and debtor issues.
Author: Michael Goldstein practices at Goldstein & Clegg in Lynnfield, Mass. and is of counsel for the Mazer Law Group, also in Lynnfield. He also authors Employment Law Blog.
Blawg Related Categories: Bankruptcy Law • States • Massachusetts • Solo / Small Firm
Recent Posts from Bankruptcy Articles & Blog
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Banks’s must Produce the Note to foreclose
I recently came across a great article drafted by a former paralegal of our firm, Rick D. Misitano regarding foreclosure defense. Below are the pertinent parts of that article. When a lender can’t produce the…
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How to Remove a Judgment Lien from your property
Many homeowners have found themselves in the position of owing money on a debt which they simply can not pay back, or have been sued by someone and failed to respond to the law suit.…
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Will you loose an investment property in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Before a Debtor files a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, there are certain considerations to take into account. One of the most significant considerations is whether the Debtor will loose any property. The general rule is that…
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THEY CHANGED THE LOCKS!! NOW WHAT??
Agents and brokers have been asking us what happens when a lender winterizes a home and changes the locks on a homeowner while they are in the process of doing a short sale. First of…
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Attorney Michael Goldstein inteviewed on Money Matters
Michael Goldstein, a Bankrutpcy Attorney for the Law Office of Goldstein and Clegg was recently interviewed along with Jill Phillips, owner of Legal Administrative Answers on the popular financial radio talk show. You can view…
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The Top Bankruptcy Questions
As a practicing bankruptcy attorney in Massachusetts, I been asked many questions about certain debts and assets, which people have and are concerned with prior to filing bankruptcy. I have determined the top bankruptcy questions…
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Press Release on the HAMP Program
The United States Treasury Deptartment published a press release in March of this year that details the new Home Affordable Modification Program (”HAMP”). I have written many blog posts with respect to this program and…
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Tips on how to defend against complaints to dismiss your bankruptcy
If you have filed for bankruptcy and one of your creditors or the Trustee has filed a complaint alleging you are not entitled to a discharge of your debts, there are certain defenses that you…
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Ripple Effects of Bankruptcy
In our current economy, there is a lot of talk about how your personal finances can permeate into your personal and professional lives. When you file bankruptcy, it is well known that your credit report…
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Repairing Your Credit After Bankruptcy
Once you’ve filed for bankruptcy, the best thing you can do to repair your credit is to keep your debt low and always be sure to pay your bills on time, and whenever possible, in…