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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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Understanding November 2018 Median Income by Family Size for Bankruptcy

Navigating Bankruptcy: Median Income and Your Options Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 As of November 1, 2018, the Census Bureau Median Income by Family Size has been updated—this happens about every six months. Several of the median income levels in Kansas and all of the median income levels in Missouri are up. If your income

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November 1, 2017: Updated Median Income Figures for Kansas and Missouri Bankruptcy Filers

In Bankruptcy, the Means Test looks at your Median Income and Family Size to determine which Chapter you may file: Understanding the Means Test: Navigating Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy As of November 1, 2017, the median income levels for Kansas and Missouri have been updated, reflecting a growing economy. These changes may affect

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Beware of Telephone Scams Targeting Bankruptcy Filers

Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Calls: Important Notice for Bankruptcy Filers If you have filed for bankruptcy, it’s crucial to be aware of potential telephone scams. Public notices from the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) and the United States Bankruptcy Courts highlight the importance of vigilance. Key Points to Remember: At no time during

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Understanding the Impact of Median Income Changes on Bankruptcy Filings in Kansas and Missouri

How November 2014 Median Income Adjustments Affect Your Bankruptcy Options Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 As of November 1, 2014, the Median Income Levels will change again. Median income levels in Kansas are up for the most part. The exception is for the family household size of 3. In Missouri, on the other hand, median

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Suburbia’s Wilting Economy

Understanding Poverty in Johnson County, KS I recently read an article in the JOCO – The Johnson County Government Magazine, titled “The truth about poverty in Johnson County.” While as Bankruptcy Attorneys we deal with people every day facing financial problems, this article brings home not only the problem our County is facing but also

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Bankruptcy Filing Fees on the Rise

What You Need to Know for June 2014 The Judicial Conference of the United States approved amendments to the Bankruptcy Court Miscellaneous Fee Schedule, which will go into effect on June 1, 2014. The amendment affecting most bankruptcy filers is an increase in the administrative fee assessed at the filing of every bankruptcy case. The

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