Bankruptcy can wipe out credit card debt, but it comes at a steep cost. Here's what to consider before you decide.

Bankruptcy can offer a fresh financial start, but there are complex rules on how often you can file for relief.

Bankruptcy can offer a financial fresh start, but not everyone qualifies. Here's what to know before filing.

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'I don't have time to work a second job. I am on call, and I also do not have child care.' Dear Quentin, I need some advice and, please, no judgment. I racked up credit-card debt when I could not work ...

Could your debt be reduced or forgiven? Take our financial relief quiz. Filing for bankruptcy can come with steep costs, even before your debts are discharged. You’ll need to pay court filing fees, ...

When Whitney Catalano filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2022, she was self-employed, living in an apartment she couldn’t afford and carrying $60,000 in credit card and personal loan debt. For her, ...

The article reviews economic and credit conditions shaping 2026 bankruptcy trends, including what may influence Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings for individuals and small businesses.