Because You’re Ready for a Fresh Start
Because you’re not making enough money to live on. Or because your expenses just are out of control. Because life should be more than nonstop work and worry. You may be ready for bankruptcy. Because you have no assets to speak of. Or because you’re at risk of missing out on basic life necessities. Because […]
Can Eviction Happen in Cold Weather?
Landlords in Virginia can legally evict you during a blizzard, but in Maryland and DC, whether you can be evicted depends upon just how cold it is. Cold weather evictions in Washington, DC In the District of Columbia, the U.S. Marshals Service executes writs of restitution issued by DC Superior Court judges. D.C. Code § 42–3505.01 […]
9 Options When You Can’t Afford Your Mortgage Anymore
Owning a home comes with a lot of responsibility. But the toughest part of owning a home may be realizing that you you can’t afford your mortgage anymore. Lots of different circumstances can lead to an unaffordable mortgage payment. But you have options if you take a proactive approach. 9 Options When You Can’t Afford […]
Bankruptcy Stops Eviction — Unless There’s an Eviction Order
If you are behind on your rent, bankruptcy may a good option for you. In many situations, Section 362 of the Bankruptcy Code (the Automatic Stay) can stop your landlord from continuing eviction proceedings. In fact, bankruptcy stops eviction in almost every case, but not all. If your landlord has obtained a writ of possession, […]