On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Jan 1, 2020 | Firm News
Injuries and illness can strike just about everyone, which is why it is so important to have the right health coverage in place. However, even with health insurance, you might find yourself mired in medical debt. Here are a few ways to prevent accruing debt, even when...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Dec 3, 2019 | Firm News
A great credit score can get you great interest rates on loans, help you secure employment, and even make the dream of owning a home a reality. There are a lot of different factors looked at when calculating a credit score, each of which gives an indication of your...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Nov 9, 2019 | Firm News
Many things change when you get a divorce in Maryland. You have to learn to live as a single person again. You need to parent your children by yourself. You may have to move. There may also be a change to your credit report. It is not uncommon to have a drop in your...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Jul 8, 2019 | Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, Firm News
In Maryland and across the United States, people in debt do not enjoy dealing with debt collectors. However, debt-related problems continue to grow. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released statistics showing that approximately 70 million Americans feel...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Jun 24, 2019 | Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, Firm News
In Maryland and across the United States, a lengthy marriage culminating in divorce may cripple a spouse’s financial circumstances. Many women with children were previously living comfortable lives only to find themselves financially struggling as single...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Jun 13, 2019 | Firm News
When you wake up in the morning, do your thoughts immediately go toward how little money you have in your bank account and how many bills have piled up on your table? If so, you are not alone. Numerous people in Maryland and across the country struggle with financial...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | Jun 12, 2019 | Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, Firm News
Generally speaking, younger adults in Maryland and throughout the country were less likely to use credit cards or take on debt. However, new data indicates that 8% of credit card balances among individuals aged 18-29 are 90 days or more past due. Younger individuals...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | May 28, 2019 | Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, Firm News
Even the most financially responsible person in Maryland can have difficulty keeping up with obligations when faced with mounting medical debt. According to Consumer Reports, 3 out of every 10 Americans has unpaid medical debt of $500 or more. This type of debt can...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | May 16, 2019 | Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, Firm News
Maryland residents who are struggling to make ends meet due to overwhelming student loan debt currently have few options, but their situations could soon change if a bill introduced recently in both the House of Representatives and U.S. Senate garners enough support...
On behalf of The Law Office of Donald L. Bell | May 1, 2019 | Ch. 13 Bankruptcy, Firm News
If a Maryland resident filed for bankruptcy nine years ago, that bankruptcy will generally have little impact on his or her credit score or history. However, if that bankruptcy was filed just a year ago, it could have a significant impact on that person’s credit...
