The Bankruptcy Solution: How to Eliminate Debt and Rebuild Your Life [Paperback]

Peggy Palms (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 2003

For many people, the word bankruptcy carries negative connotations. Yet, if you are one of the millions of Americans who is facing massive credit card debt, stagnant income, or sudden unemployment, bankruptcy may be the best answer to putting your finances on the road to repair.

Often viewed as a disaster, bankruptcy is, in fact, a rescuer. Unlike other books on this topic, which take a dry, mechanical approach, The Bankruptcy Solution helps you get past the shame around debt and make the law your ally when you are faced with financial hardships.

The Bankruptcy Solution shows you how you can: ·Prepare for filing bankruptcy
·Deal with collection agencies
·Understand which debts you should pay off first
·Repair your credit after bankruptcy
·Find the right attorney

You’ll also learn about the laws that can affect—and often help—you if you file for bankruptcy:

·Bankruptcy Reform Act
·Fair Credit Reporting Act
·Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

Written in an approachable style by expert bankruptcy attorney Peggy Palms, The Bankruptcy Solution gives sound advice on whether or not bankruptcy is the right choice for you—and helps you get through this stressful process with your head held high and your sanity intact.

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About the Author

Peggy Palms, a resident of Boone, North Carolina, is a certified mediator and arbitrator and an attorney specializing in bankruptcy.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media Corporation (July 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580628893
• ISBN-13: 978-1580628891
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,524,638 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Page-Turner..., September 12, 2003

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Candace (Las Vegas, NV USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Bankruptcy Solution: How to Eliminate Debt and Rebuild Your Life (Paperback)

If you or anyone you know is considering filing for bankruptcy, "The Bankruptcy Solution" is a must read! It stands out from the few others I have purchased/read because it answers almost every question one may have regarding Chapters 7 and 13. Also, Ms. Palms addresses bankruptcy matters with a no-nonsense, dignfied attitude. Other books make the reader feel shameful about bankruptcy issues, whereas "The Bankruptcy Solution" gives one hope for life after a BK. After reading this page-turner, you will hold your head high. My only regret is that Ms. Palms is unable to represent me(I live across the country from where she practices)!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Legal Information, November 29, 2004

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Franklin P. (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Bankruptcy Solution: How to Eliminate Debt and Rebuild Your Life (Paperback)

There are three great books on the market today and I say don't shop around any more. The two best bankruptcy books on the market have been written by women. I purchased Peggy Palm's book first and found it very informative and insightful. I'm attempting to the stop foreclosure of my home. I then purchased Tiffany Love's book, surviving financial disasters, to get the bankruptcy forms on CD Rom and then learned that she too filed for bankruptcy and included her legal pleadings. If you want to stop foreclosure, get Ms. Love's book for sure as it is "hands on", but I find myself frequently referring back to the information in Peggy's to gain an additional perceptive. Money Troubles is another great book that provides wonderful information and exceeds the scope of Peggy's book, because it covers everything inside and out of bankruptcy, like Tiffany's book. Which some people I think may find too technical, but if you're doing battle like I am with creditors the information is right on target. All three will cost you less than $100 far less than an attorney's consultation fee. My verdict: Peggy's book for the legal advice, Tiffany's book for insight and roadmap, Money Trouble for everything else even after bankruptcy. The others are crap!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, August 20, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Bankruptcy Solution: How to Eliminate Debt and Rebuild Your Life (Paperback)

I strongly recommend this book to any reader considering bankruptcy or wishing to learn more on the topic. The author has a sincere understanding of the debtor's experience. She explains the process in an easy-to-read fashion without leaving out any details. I look forward to more books by Peggy Palms!