Will Arizona Bankruptcy Affect My Security Clearance?
By German Yusufov | Updated Jan 21,2017
A common question I receive from military clients, and clients working in security-sensitive areas, is whether filing for bankruptcy will affect their security clearance. The
Form 1099-C and Debt Forgiveness in Arizona
By German Yusufov | Updated Jan 8,2017
One of the ways to deal with excessive debt is to negotiate a debt forgiveness or debt reduction agreement. However, most people are surprised to
New Mortgage Modification Program Coming to Arizona
By German Yusufov | Updated Oct 24,2016
For those struggling to make their mortgage payments, and having even more difficulty getting their mortgage company to respond to their mortgage modification requests, a
How to Restore Your Credit After Bankruptcy in Arizona
By German Yusufov | Updated Jun 13,2016
It is a common misconception that bankruptcy will destroy a person’s credit for several year. Many of my Arizona bankruptcy clients think that restoring credit
Can Business Bankruptcy in Tucson Help You Stay in Business?
By German Yusufov | Updated Apr 17,2016
A common misconception is that filing for bankruptcy means financial failure. This could not be further from the truth, especially when it comes to
Do I Need a Bankruptcy Lawyer? – A Judge’s View
By German Yusufov | Updated Mar 4,2016
For those struggling with debt, hiring a bankruptcy lawyer can seem like yet another expense that they can't afford. In the video below, bankruptcy judge
How to Avoid Debt Collection Scams in Arizona
By German Yusufov | Updated Feb 9,2016
In recent months, I have been contacted by a number of people who have fallen victim to debt collection scams. The essence of the
Debt Collectors Sanctioned for Deceptive Practices
By German Yusufov | Updated Nov 11,2015
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently sanctioned two of the largest debt collectors for deceptive and abusive debt collection practices. The two entities are
Court Expands Mortgage Interest Deduction
By German Yusufov | Updated Nov 11,2015
In a recent decision, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals expanded the mortgage interest deduction, effectively doubling the deduction limits for unmarried co-owners. The decision
4 Steps to Avoiding Bankruptcy in Arizona
By German Yusufov | Updated Oct 21,2015
I often get asked by prospective clients in Tucson and Mesa if bankruptcy is the only option available to deal with their debt problems. The