When Whitney Catalano filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2022, she was self-employed, living in an apartment she couldn’t afford and carrying $60,000 in credit card and personal loan debt. For her, ...

Personal bankruptcy filings surged 47% between 2022 and 2025. Here’s what you should do before deciding to file.

Christian Allred has been a professional writer since 2020. He's written for some of the industry’s top brands and publications, including Rocket Mortgage, PropStream, Propmodo, and CRE Daily.

Rising delinquencies and record-high credit card balances are putting new pressure on borrowers in today's tough economic landscape, and that strain can be especially acute for those who are also ...

'I don't have time to work a second job. I am on call, and I also do not have child care.' Dear Quentin, I need some advice and, please, no judgment. I racked up credit-card debt when I could not work ...

If you’re trying to make sense of bankruptcy jargon and hoping to understand the differences between the different types of ...

Filing for bankruptcy is never part of anyone's plan. It feels like closing a door that can't be reopened. In reality, it's a legal tool designed to help you start over. Here's what actually happens ...

Here's what you need to know if you receive Social Security and are planning to file for bankruptcy to relieve debt ...

Many retirees are told their benefits make them judgment-proof, so is there still an option to file?