There are no mechanisms in bankruptcy that would force a mortgage company to modify the terms of their note. They have a contract, you signed on the line, you agreed to pay, they agreed to give you the money. There’s no mechanism in the bankruptcy code that forces a creditor to do that. However, what we found in this climate, in this economy, that mortgage companies are coming forward and they’re offering clients deals, whether it be a 7 or 13, to modify and to try to keep that debtor in that home.
Injured Over the Holidays? What to Do After a Car Accident in Florida
The holidays are a time of celebration, family gatherings, and travel, but they also bring a spike in traffic accidents across Florida. Between increased congestion, distracted drivers, and holiday stress, the risk of being injured in a car accident is significantly...