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How Much Does Bankruptcy Cost? What does it cost to declare bankruptcy? The cost to file bankruptcy includes the required filing fees for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, required credit counseling and financial management fees, and certain other fees depending on how you choose to proceed with your case. Determining how much to file
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For most people in the State of Texas, a vehicle is necessary to get to work, to school, to the store or to see family and friends. In fact, the widest distance from one point of the Lone Star State to another has been measured at a staggering 800 miles! Around here, you need a
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Bankruptcy is nowhere near as scary or mysterious as it may seem; in fact, nearly one million Americans file for it every year. Some of the entrenched myths about credit scores need to be debunked. In this article, our bankruptcy lawyers in Houston provide you with the cold hard facts on bankruptcy’s effects on credit
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When advising clients on bankruptcy as a potential legal option, we often reassure clients “life happens.” Sudden changes in job status or other loss of income can quickly lead to an overwhelming debt burden. In some cases, this debt scenario requires the type of intervention that only bankruptcy courts can provide. What Are the Different
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If you’re weighing your options regarding filing bankruptcy in Texas, you may be wondering – “How many times can I file bankruptcy?” “What if I need to do this more than once?” “Will one bankruptcy be enough to help me bail myself out?” “What if I need a second, or even a third, fresh start?”
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Our office frequently fields the following questions from clients: Can I file bankruptcy and keep my house? Can I file Chapter 7 and keep my house? Can I file Chapter 13 and keep my house? Many times, the answer is yes. Most people that declare bankruptcy in the State of Texas can keep their houses
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In modern times, it is far from unusual for people to background check each other, from potential business partners to romantic prospects. In fact, large chapters of the stories of our lives can often be pieced together from a few choice Google searches. Whether you have been involved in a bankruptcy yourself or are wondering
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Many people who consider themselves alone and drowning in credit card bills and loan repayments may want to consider filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in the United States Bankruptcy Court in Texas. These options are available in one of Texas’ four judicial districts (Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western) based on where the
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If you have completely paid, or are close to paying an outstanding judgment, it’s important to know your next steps. A civil judgment can carry several consequences with it that wreak havoc on your life. Notifying relevant parties that you no longer have an active judgment is a step toward a more stress-free life. Once
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Individuals or businesses that are finding it difficult to pay their creditors may want to consider filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, in one of Texas’ four judicial districts. These programs involve the institution of a case in federal court for the purpose of reducing or eliminating individual
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There are many general contractors in the State of Texas, a result of people here being entrepreneurial, handy, and not having to be bonded as in some other states. Can a Contractor Withhold Payment to a Subcontractor? Although it isn’t legal, it is certainly possible that a general contractor will withhold payment from one or
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Fans of legal television dramas may be all too familiar with such popularized criminal law terminology as a defendant needing to “make bail” to avoid remaining in jail because he or she is “flight risk.” The civil courts maintain a similar process in relation to personal property and real estate involved in actions for money
Learn MoreThe Law Offices of Kretzer and Volberding P.C. are located in Houston and regularly works on cases being tried in Beaumont, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Midland, Plano, El Paso, Brownsville, McAllen, Corpus Christi, Galveston, Harris County, Montgomery County, Fort Bend County, Liberty County, Chambers County, Grimes County, Galveston County, Collin County and throughout the state of Texas. We invite you to contact the Law Offices of Kretzer and Volberding P.C. at 713-775-3050 when you need experienced and reliable legal assistance with criminal charges or an appeal. Our law office hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, but we are available by phone 24/7. Major credit cards accepted. Ask us about our flexible payment plans. Spanish translation services available at all times.
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