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 ...

The article reviews economic and credit conditions shaping 2026 bankruptcy trends, including what may influence Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings for individuals and small businesses. What should ...

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

Interest in personal bankruptcy is high as Americans continue to wrestle with a mix of high borrowing rates, persistent inflation and elevated amounts of debt. While there are a few different personal ...

A nearly 30-year-old Greek restaurant in Fells Point has filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy for the sole purpose of halting the ...