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Information

Before You File for Personal Bankruptcy (Separate Website)
Information about requirements to attend credit counseling before filing for bankruptcy. Also, important questions to ask when choosing a credit counselor.
By: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Alternatives to Bankruptcy (Separate Website)
Bankruptcy may not be the right choice. Understand your options to avoid bankruptcy.
By: Nolo Plain English Law Center (NOLO)

Bankruptcy: Your Right To A Financial Fresh Start This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

(Separate Website)
Information about bankruptcy requirements, what debts don?t disappear, exemptions, long-term financial impact, where to find help, and how to re-establish credit.
By: National Consumer Action (NCA)

Your Legal Rights During and After Bankruptcy This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

(Separate Website)
Information about your legal rights during and after Bankruptcy.
By: National Consumer Law Center (NCLC)

ASSOCIATED MATERIALS

You Can Keep Up to $250,000 in Equity in Your House in Bankruptcy (Separate Website)
Information about when you can keep your house if you file for bankruptcy.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)

Advertisements Promising Debt Relief May Be Offering Bankruptcy This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

(Separate Website)
Tips about ads that promise debt relief.
By: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

How Bankruptcy Clinics Can Help You: Video
Watch how bankruptcy clinics helped two families in Montana. For more information, call the HelpLine at 1-800-666-6899.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)

Using Credit Wisely After Bankruptcy This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.

Information on using credit and credit cards wisely after filing for bankruptcy. Tips on credit problems to watch out for.
By: National Consumer Law Center (NCLC)

Bankruptcy Scam - Collecting Discharged Debt (Separate Website)
Debt collectors have been buying and collecting debts discharged during bankruptcy, debts that people should not have to pay. This collection is illegal. This article explains the collection methods and how to protect yourself from them.
By: Money Tip Central

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