Credit Counseling and Bankruptcy Filing

Under the Bankruptcy Abuse and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 individuals who plan to file for bankruptcy must complete under Rule 11 U.S.C. Section 109 a Credit Counseling Course prior to filing a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Petition. Our office ensures that all clients comply with the counseling requirement and registers all […]

Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act (“CARD”)

This post will serve as a follow-up to the August 21, 2009 post regarding new CARD laws.  On February 22, 2010 the next wave of CARD laws go into effect.  The new enactments focus on credit card laws and regulations to improve consumer awareness and financial management.  The four (4) principal changes going into effect on […]