Denver Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Back to School Bankruptcy

Written by Peter Milwid | Created: Aug 23rd, 2016

For many families, this is the most hectic AND EXPENSIVE time of the year—back to school. Changing schedules, books, supplies and clothes, all produce both excitement AND incredible STRESS! The money part of this stress is HUGE. When people are struggling to make ends meet, the extra expenses associated with the start of school can […]

Why is Summer a Good Time to File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Denver Colorado

Written by Peter Milwid | Created: Jun 23rd, 2016

The busiest season for filing bankruptcy is spring and fall. Tax season and bankruptcy go hand-in-hand because many people use tax refunds to pay their attorney fees. Fall is busy because people want to take care of things before the holidays. But summer is actually an excellent time to file chapter 7 bankruptcy and get […]

Rising Real Estate Values Put Pressure on Homestead Exemption in Chapter 7 Bankruptcies in Denver, Colorado

Written by Peter Milwid | Created: May 19th, 2015

One of the most important exemptions in bankruptcy (property you can protect and keep) is the homestead exemption which protects $60,000 of equity in your home, or $90,000 if you are over 60 years old or disabled. This means that if you file chapter 7 bankruptcy in Denver and are current with your mortgages you […]