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Use Your 2021 Tax Refund to Eliminate Your Debt: A Smart Financial Move

Tax season is approaching quickly, and many have already filed their returns. Households eagerly anticipate their 2021 federal and state tax refunds, with some already in receipt. While some filers plan to use their refunds for necessities or luxury purchases, others may choose to address their credit card or medical debt, aiming to reduce their […]

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Understanding Garnishments in Kansas: What You Need to Know

The bank received an order for garnishment — there goes your savings. Garnishment. What is Garnishment and How Does it Work? Garnishment allows creditors to collect unpaid debts by seizing your wages, bank accounts, or other property. In Kansas, creditors typically seek a court judgment before requesting a garnishment order. However, in some cases, they

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April 1, 2021: Bankruptcy Median Income Updates for Kansas and Missouri

Understanding the New Median Income Figures for Bankruptcy Filers April 1, 2021: New Median Income Figures Released for Kansas and Missouri Bankruptcy Filers Not sure which chapter of bankruptcy you should file? Finding out what you qualify for may be a good place to start. In bankruptcy, the Means Test looks at your median income

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COVID-19 Kansas Executive Orders and Your Finances

Navigating Financial Relief During the Pandemic 12/20 (UPDATE) As we continue the COVID-19 battle grounds we have seen an increase in the number of people fighting to keep their housing. As a result, the Federal foreclosure and eviction moratorium that was set to expire at the end of December will continue. The Federal Housing Finance

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What to Expect at Your 341 Meeting of Creditors

Navigating Your Bankruptcy Hearing with Confidence Expect your Kansas City Bankruptcy Attorneys to continue to guide you through the Bankruptcy process — You will be fully prepared to “meet” with the Kansas City Bankruptcy Trustee assigned to your Bankruptcy case! Since March, 2020, all 341 Meetings have been held by phone. We expect this to

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Recession-Proof Your Finances: Adapting to Economic Changes

Strengthening Your Financial Foundation Amidst Economic Uncertainty COVID-19 has changed our way of life, and it needs to change the way we look at our money. With the economy moving towards a recession, you need to be in the best possible position. How do you do that? Establish an Emergency Fund Having emergency cash means

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Another Johnson County, KS Inning: Finding Parallels Between Youth Sports and Bankruptcy

Navigating Uncertainty: From the Ball Field to Bankruptcy She suited up and took her position on the field again, self-confident and ready to play ball. I was hesitant, nervous and excited. Should we be there at all? Ready to kick off a season scheduled to start 3 months ago… It couldn’t have just been cancelled.

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What COVID-19 Has Meant for Our Wallets

Navigating Financial Challenges During COVID-19 April, 2020 — our COVID wallets Consumer spending plunged 13.6%, the biggest monthly decline on record. Not surprising given nationwide lock downs. Americans mainly spent on essentials given the economic uncertainty. So, the savings were a result of our circumstances. Possibilities are available to come out better than you went

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Is Your Economic Impact Payment (Stimulus Check) at Risk?

Protecting Your Stimulus Check: What You Need to Know Just because you’re eligible and took the right steps to RECEIVE your check, does NOT mean you will be the one getting it. Who can step in? Private debt collectors with active garnishments. The funds could be seized as soon as they hit your personal account.

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Navigating Student Loans During COVID-19: Understanding the CARES Act

Student Loan Relief Amidst COVID-19: What You Need to Know On March 27, 2020, the president signed the CARES Act into law, which, among other things, provides broad relief for federal student loan borrowers. But what does it really mean for you? From March 13, 2020, through Sept. 30, 2020, the interest rate is 0% on the

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