Bankruptcy Knoxville

Nora Raum is best-known for her insightful pieces on National Public Radio but she is also a successful author. One of her most successful books, Surviving Personal Bankruptcy, has recently come out in paperback. The book is a great guide for anyone considering bankruptcy. The purpose is to help you understand the consequences, both good and bad, from filing for bankruptcy personally. It’s a great read and it’s very easy to understand.

Raum, a lawyer and newscaster for National Public Radio, offers advice on understanding how bankruptcy works and whether it might be an option for people in adverse financial shape. She explains in detail what bankruptcy involves, who is eligible, and what its alternatives are. Raum lists frequently asked questions and explains how to hire a lawyer and provide all the information a lawyer will need. There are chapters on prebankruptcy do’s and don’ts, on what Raum calls “tying up loose ends,” on cleaning up your credit report, and on establishing new credit. Look out for scams, Raum warns, and she discusses the bankruptcy law that goes into effect this year. The book includes worksheets (with, yes, blank spaces for the user to fill in, so librarians be alert) for assessing debts and assets, a state-by-state list of homestead exemptions, a state-by-state list of median income for a family of four, a bankruptcy worksheet, a sample bankruptcy petition, and sample letters. George Cohen

If you’re considering bankruptcy, get the book and then call us today to set up a free consultation. We’ll help you figure out all your options and present them clearly so you can make the best decision for you. We’re the Knoxville bankruptcy attorneys you can count on. Call us today!