Drowning in debt? Both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy could offer relief, but they work very differently.

Chapter 13 bankruptcy can offer big relief to overwhelmed borrowers, but it comes with serious drawbacks, too.

When debt becomes unmanageable, the first question is often not whether to file for bankruptcy, but which chapter offers the right framework. The answer is rarely one-size-fits-al ...

Mark Henricks has written on mortgages, real estate and investing for many leading publications. He works from Austin, Texas, where he engages in songwriting, wilderness backpacking, whitewater ...

When you've completed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy repayment plan and earned a discharge, the hope is that your financial troubles are behind you. Life doesn't always unfold that neatly, though, especially ...

Bankruptcy can wipe out credit card debt, but it comes at a steep cost. Here's what to consider before you decide.

When a company files for Chapter 7 or Chapter 11, investors often lose out ...