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How the National Debt is Forcing Consumers into Debt and Bankruptcy
How the national debt raises borrowing costs, shrinks household budgets, and pushes families toward Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
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Avoidance, Abandonment, and the Scope of Bankruptcy Trustee Powers
Learn the Chapter 7 trustee’s powers: understand the one-year insider look-back, post-petition freezes, and statutory abandonment.
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Car Loans: Can You Keep Your Vehicle?
Worried about your vehicle? Learn how Chapter 7 exemptions protect your car loan, how a trustee buy-back works, and the real financial risks of reaffirming.
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Bankruptcy Code Structure: The Different Chapters Explained | Prof. Hernandez
Learn about the U.S. Bankruptcy Code structure from Chapter 7 to Chapter 13. Featured in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by Prof. Hernandez.
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Can You Go to Jail for Debt? The Reality of Debtors’ Prisons
Debunk the debtors’ prison myth. Learn how aggressive creditors exploit state-court contempt loops to trigger civil arrest warrants, and how to stop them.
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Why You Should Never File for Bankruptcy on Payday
Filing bankruptcy on payday is a costly mistake. Learn how the snapshot rule under 11 U.S.C. §541 can trap your paycheck and trigger avoidable financial loss.
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Why Chapter 7 Liquidations Are Outpacing Chapter 13 Cases
Chapter 7 filings are growing at triple the rate of Chapter 13. Learn how escrow shock and the $18.8T household‑debt crisis are driving a wave of liquidations.
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The Hidden Risk of Passive Business Ownership in Consumer Bankruptcy
Does bankruptcy put a relative’s business at risk if your name is on the paperwork? Bankruptcy attorney & law professor Prof. Hernandez analyzes passive equity.
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The Statutory Distribution of Debt in Bankruptcy
A clear guide to how bankruptcy distributes debt, from priority claims to Chapter 13 feasibility and the liquidation test that protects unsecured creditors.
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The Redfin Delisting Surge: The “Buying Time” Strategy
Redfin data shows a surge in delistings as homeowners try to “buy time.” This article explains the risks of becoming an accidental landlord in a tightening economy.
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Republicans Want to Increase Overdraft Fees
Imagine for a moment you have been elected as a member of the House or the Senate, whether in your state or Congress. What would you focus on with this newfound ability to make changes in everybody’s lives? What good would you do with the power you now hold as a member of Congress? Would…
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Understanding Colorado Bankruptcy Exemptions
Bankruptcy exemptions in Colorado vary based on residency; protect assets with specific exemption amounts.
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Economic Fears: Is a Trump Recession Inevitable?
Concerns grow over potential economic instability and recession under Trump’s administration amid significant policy changes.
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How Can Mass Resignations Shift Power in Government?
The podcast explores potential mass resignations in federal departments as a protest against government actions.
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How Reciprocal Tariffs Affect Your Finances
A global trade war begins with Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, impacting financial stability and preparation.
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How RFK’s Agenda Could Affect Your Wallet
Chaos in healthcare and politics may worsen personal finances; upcoming bankruptcies are predicted.
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Navigating Total Loss Claims After a Catastrophe
Prof. Hernandez explains the 70% total loss rule and how major repair history can strip 95% of a vehicle’s value, leading to involuntary household debt.
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How the Courts Can Prevent a Constitutional Crisis
The courts have the power to stop executive overreach. A professor of law details how judges must use contempt to hold lawyers accountable.
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JD Vance is Telegraphing a Constitutional Crisis
Vice President J.D. Vance’s statements suggest potential executive defiance against judicial authority, risking constitutional crisis.