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Legal Blog about Bankruptcy in Oregon

Learn more about the bankruptcy process in Oregon through our legal blog. Call us to schedule a case evaluation with our Portland bankruptcy lawyer and get legal help filing bankruptcy in Bend, Clackamas, Portland, and surrounding areas in Oregon.

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How to Qualify and File for Chapter 7

A Brief Overview of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Bankruptcy is a legal proceeding filed by a person or business struggling with debt and unable to settle monthly payments to their lenders. 

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American Credit Scores on the Rise

American credit scores are still on the rise even as the pandemic continually affects us. Even without stimulus checks, the credit scores of Americans have continued to improve thanks to

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Eviction Defense Project in Oregon

Lifting the Oregon Eviction Ban As of July 1st, the Oregon ban on evictions for nonpayment of rent ended and Oregon tenants are now expected to pay rent or face

Time Heals Credit

Time heals all wounds – even bad debt.  Credit reports are important but beware the “credit score.” Although it is debatable that time, does in fact, heal all wounds.  It

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