Filing for bankruptcy can wipe out debt, but it might also cost you. Here's what you risk losing in the process.

Learn about the qualifications for bankruptcy, including residency, income limits, and eligible debts. Understand the types ...

Many people wonder if filing for bankruptcy is a one-time solution or if it can be repeated when financial struggles persist.

I considered filing for bankruptcy and started working with a lawyer. After I pay my bills and the estimated payment of $1,500 a month for the bankruptcy, I will be left with $100, which scares me.

Filing for bankruptcy can come with steep costs, even before your debts are discharged. You’ll need to pay court filing fees, complete required counseling courses and cover attorney fees, which ...

Included in the bankruptcy filing is a four-page letter signed by Michigan Gov. Richard Snyder and dated July 18 in which he writes, "The citizens of Detroit need and deserve a clear road out of ...

Jan. 22 -- Discounter Kmart filed for Chapter 11 today in the largest-ever bankruptcy for a U.S. retailer. The bankruptcy has been widely expected. The company, which secured $2 billion in debtor ...

The decision to file for bankruptcy requires careful consideration. One of the first factors you’ll want to discuss with your lawyer is the type of debt you have.