Struggling with debt is more common than some may think. New York Federal Reserve data reported that U.S. households have more than $14.3 trillion in debt during the first quarter of 2020, which is a 1.1% increase from last quarter. As a result of overwhelming debt,...
Month: September 2020
Florida foreclosure protections restricted, but extended
As 2020's summer market environment continues to pressure homeowners with mortgages, concerns over a wave of foreclosures due to lack of payment increase. Recently, protections designed to stay off Floridian foreclosures and evictions expired. WJXT news details how...
Setbacks from a job loss may require bankruptcy protection
For many Americans, a sudden and unexpected loss of income has resulted in a severe financial setback. As reported by CNBC, a survey revealed that 38% of individuals do not have enough funds saved to get them through one month. Without the ability to get back to work...
Special concerns for college students facing criminal charges
College students do not always make the best decisions, and sometimes, those bad decisions can lead to legal troubles. Since students are no longer minors, it becomes a scary situation quickly. Facing adult charges for adult crimes can derail a student's dreams, but...