Michigan Bankruptcy Blog | Sweeney Bankruptcy Lawyers

Plain-language articles from Sweeney Bankruptcy Lawyers, written to help you understand your options under Michigan and federal bankruptcy law before you speak with an attorney.

Bankruptcy Basics

Considering Filing Bankruptcy? Read This First!

July 21, 2024

I hope this is a useful guide for anyone considering filing. This is general advice, and for SPECIFIC...

Personal Finance

The End Of Traditional Realtor Commissions: A New Era For Buyers And Sellers

March 17, 2024

The real estate industry is standing at a pivotal crossroads due to a recent settlement that has upended...

Personal Finance

How To Deal With High Prices At The Grocery Store

February 11, 2024

In today’s economy, inflation is a reality that affects all of us, particularly when it comes to...

Chapter 13

Suing A Tribe For Violating Bankruptcy Laws

July 5, 2023

Bankruptcy cases can be complex and challenging for both debtors and creditors. However, a recent Supreme...

Personal Finance

How Will The Debt Ceiling Standoff Affect You?

May 15, 2023

What is the debt ceiling? The debt ceiling is the maximum amount of money that the United States government...

Debt Relief

Is Bankruptcy The Right Choice?

April 2, 2023

As a lawyer, I often receive questions from clients about debt settlement and debt consolidation as alternatives...

Bankruptcy Basics

Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Key Differences

March 16, 2023

What Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Chapter 7 bankruptcy is sometimes called “liquidation” bankruptcy....

Foreclosure Relief

Your Forbearance Has Ended. Now What?

April 28, 2022

During Covid-19, the Federal Government mandated that Federally backed mortgage lenders offer their customers...

Bankruptcy Basics

Top 5 Mistakes Before Filing Bankruptcy

May 3, 2020

While it’s a difficult decision to make, after going through your budget and realizing you can’t...