Many people in Oregon are facing credit card debt. Some of these people may be tempted to ignore their credit card payments. If you ignore your payments, however, the credit card company may come after you. Fortunately, there are ways to get out of debt.What do you do...
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Wildcard shows largest difference between Oregon and federal laws
When a person files for bankruptcy, there is a different set of guidelines that must be followed depending on the situation. Those who owe debtors a certain amount of money may be able to keep certain goods they have purchased under federal and state exemptions to...
Grammy-winning singer files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Last week, singer Dionne Warwick -- who has won five Grammy Awards in her lifetime -- filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Although the 72-year-old makes at least $15,000 a month, her bankruptcy filing shows that she spends almost as much as she earns. In addition, she is...
Eugene-based Excalibur Cutlery owner files Chapter 7
Business owners in Lane County and the rest of Oregon know how challenging it can be to keep a business afloat and profitable during a struggling economy. While some are able to scrape by, some find that there is little they can do to keep from falling deep into debt....
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