Boleman Law is aware of the challenging times many find themselves in due to COVID-19 and unemployment rates. As eviction memorandums across the country expire, many may find themselves in the process of losing their residence.
On June 22nd, the Virginia Supreme Court declined to renew an emergency order that suspended eviction proceedings in the Commonwealth. Per the Supreme Court decision, Virginia courts may resume eviction hearings related to failure to pay rent on Monday, June 29th. Governor Ralph Northam has announced that the state will roll out a rent relief program however no details have been announced and advocates fear emergency aid will arrive too little, too late.
The Virginia General Assembly recently voted to end the Commonwealth’s policy of suspending drivers licenses for unpaid court fines and fees. This new policy will go into effect on July 1st and will be retroactive for approximately 627,000 Virginians. Suspended licenses due to unpaid court fines and fees are something that we see very regularly so this policy will have a big impact on our current and future clients.
One of the biggest myths I hear from people regarding bankruptcy is that they cannot file bankruptcy because the Trustee will take their home.
Negotiating with your lender may help you to avoid foreclosure on your home. If negotiating is not an option, filing bankruptcy may be the next option before foreclosure.
If you fail to pay a secured creditor*, repossession is a legal process that allows that creditor to take back or repossess the property (collateral) that secures the debt.
Bankruptcy is the only sure way to stop foreclosure or vehicle repossession in Virginia, but you must act immediately. Know you rights and how to use them.
Home foreclosure can be stopped, but you must talk to an experienced attorney immediately after receiving the notice. At Boleman Law the consultation with an attorney is free.
Vehicle repossession can be stopped, but you must talk with an experienced attorney immediately. Boleman Law offers a free consultation with an attorney.
The mortgage payment was OK when you bought the house. But things have changed. Job loss. Medical bills. You’ve missed some payments. Fortunately, there are solutions.
Rusty Boleman, Virginia bankruptcy attorney, talks about how to stop repossession of your car.
Rusty Boleman, Virginia bankruptcy attorney, talks about how to prevent the foreclosure of your home.
Rusty Boleman, Virginia bankruptcy attorney, talks about how to recognize a financial scam that claims to help you with your finances.
Rusty Boleman of Boleman Law talks with Matt DiNardo of Showcase Richmond about repossession and financial issues and how home and car owners can avoid these problems.
Only a few short years ago, people thought of their family home as an investment that would pay valuable dividends in the future. How times have changed!
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