A consumer's Guide to Bankruptcy
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LUDR reaches out to those individuals who are in the unfortunate position of being overburdened by debt ... regardless of how or why he or she got there. Whether ill in the hospital, loss of job, or simply had eyes bigger than the pocket book, LUDR develops the best possible plan, custom tailored, with the client's particular income, expenses, and total debt situation in mind.
By: Lawyers United for Debt Relief
Debt & Bankruptcy Information
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Debt and bankruptcy legal information on credit repair, credit rating, getting out of debt, student loans and budgets.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Centers
Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Act Provides Umbrella of Protection
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If you're a reserve component service member called to active duty, you're protected by a law that can save you some legal problems and possibly some money as well.
By: American Forces Information Service
Using Credit Wisely After Bankruptcy
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Ten things to think about before getting a new credit card.
By: National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Your Legal Rights During and After Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
How long will Bankruptcy stay on my credit report? Which debts will I still owe?
By: National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Preparation and Negotiation of Consumer Home Improvement Contracts -- A Consumer's Guide This package of educational materials is presented in sample form to guide the homeowner in his/her dealings with the independent building contractor.
By: Department of Licensing & Consumer Affairs
What You Should Know About Land Contracts
What are land sale contracts? What are the requirements for a valid land sale contract? What are the rights and obligations of the parties?
By: Legal Services of the Virgin Islands, Inc.-STX
Consumer Handbook to Credit Protection Laws
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This handbook explains how the consumer credit laws can help you shop for credit, apply for it, maintain your credit standing, and, if need be, complain about an unfair deal.
By: Federal Reserve Board
Credit Reports And Credit Repair
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Find answers to these questions: "What is a credit report? What kinds of information can be included in my report? Who can see my credit report? What can I do on my own to get and keep good credit? Should I use a credit repair company for help? How do I order a report? What should I look for in my report? Will this solve all of my credit problems?"
By: National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Debt & Bankruptcy Information
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Debt and bankruptcy legal information on credit repair, credit rating, getting out of debt, student loans and budgets.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Centers
Federal Reserve Board Consumer Issues
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Find answers to questions: What can I do if I have a problem with a bank? Where can I get information about credit cards and credit card interest rates? ...
By: Federal Reserve Board
Consumer Handbook to Credit Protection Laws
(Separate Website)
This handbook explains how the consumer credit laws can help you shop for credit, apply for it, maintain your credit standing, and, if need be, complain about an unfair deal.
By: Federal Reserve Board
Debt & Bankruptcy Information
(Separate Website)
Debt and bankruptcy legal information on credit repair, credit rating, getting out of debt, student loans and budgets.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Centers
Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Act Provides Umbrella of Protection
(Separate Website)
If you're a reserve component service member called to active duty, you're protected by a law that can save you some legal problems and possibly some money as well.
By: American Forces Information Service
When You Can't Pay: Cancellation, Deferment and Forbearance
(Separate Website)
How to postpone payments -- and when you can cancel your loans altogether.
By: Nolo Plain-English Law Centers
When Your Social Security Benefits Are Taken to Pay Back Money to the Federal Government
(Separate Website)
This information sheet answers some frequently asked questions about this new program.
By: National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Are You Eligible for Any Government Benefits?
(Separate Website)
Enter information into this website and it will give you a report on benefits you may be eligible to receive.
By: GovBenefits, A Partnership of Federal Agencies and Organizations
Preventing Foreclosures
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This consumer education pamphlet explores the crisis in home equity lending abuse by providing a case study in unfair lending practices and a checklist of what consumers should be on the lookout for in evaluating a loan.
By: National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
Soldiers' and Sailors' Relief Act Provides Umbrella of Protection
(Separate Website)
If you're a reserve component service member called to active duty, you're protected by a law that can save you some legal problems and possibly some money as well.
By: American Forces Information Service
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