By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
January 25, 2023
Unfortunately, debt is a way of life for most Americans. In 2021, total outstanding consumer debt reached a record $15.6 trillion, according to new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. A large chunk of that debt came from mortgages and credit card balances, which increased by $52 billion in the last three […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
November 8, 2022
Shouldering a large amount of debt and struggling to keep up with payments is extremely stressful. And if you’re served papers in a debt collection lawsuit, it only adds insult to injury. You might feel like you’ve run out of options. You might be wondering: Can you settle a debt after being served? In short, […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
October 18, 2022
Missing a payment won’t impact your credit score, as long as you get caught up within 30 days. After that, though, the delinquency will likely be reported to the credit reporting agencies and can damage your credit. If you keep ignoring your payments, your credit account could get charged off as bad debt. At a […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
September 15, 2022
If you took out a merchant cash advance (MCA) or other form of business financing, you might have a UCC lien on your business credit reports. UCC liens are common. However, they can present some challenges for your business, especially when it comes to borrowing money in the future. A UCC lien can also cause […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
September 14, 2022
As with a small business loan, a merchant cash advance (MCA) involves a contract between you and your provider. If you stop making your payments, it could result in a merchant cash advance breach of contract, and the MCA lender could sue you. Dealing with merchant cash advance legal issues can be a pain for […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
September 12, 2022
A merchant cash advance is an alternative financing option for small business owners, particularly those that don’t have a good enough credit history or haven’t been in business long enough to qualify for traditional business financing. But while a merchant cash advance may have an easy approval process, the cost might not be worth it. […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
June 27, 2022
Loans or credit card debt that have gone to collections can wreak havoc on your finances. It hurts your credit score, and debt collectors start calling you day and night. So you’ll want to find a solution to your debt problems ASAP. Debt consolidation for collections accounts is one option to explore. However, there are […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
March 30, 2022
Merchant cash advances can provide quick and easy cash for small businesses that have ongoing sales but need cash right now. But like any other financing option for your small business, there are both benefits and drawbacks to using a merchant cash advance (MCA). Understanding merchant cash advance pros and cons can give you the […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
February 21, 2022
Dealing with thousands of dollars in debt can feel like a hopeless situation. Fortunately, several options are available to help you get it under control, including bankruptcy. However, filing for bankruptcy isn’t a quick fix for your debt problems. Therefore, it’s essential to understand the pros and cons of bankruptcy so you can make an […]
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By Leslie H. Tayne, Esq.
February 4, 2022
When you fail to pay back a debt, the original lender will usually try to collect it themselves. However, if it goes unpaid long enough, they may decide that it’s unlikely that they will ever recover the debt. At that point, the debt gets marked as a charge-off on your credit report, and the lender […]
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