Author: Dan LaBert

The National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) announces the launch of the premier issue of the e-magazine NACBA Now. The quarterly publication showcases consumer bankruptcy related material, Supreme Court cases, profiles of NACBA members and programs, previews of NACBA events, as well as, commentary on topics of interest to bankruptcy attorneys.

“NACBA Members need timely information about key developments in the practice of Bankruptcy law and in a format that is quick, easy to read, yet comprehensive” said Ed Boltz, President of NACBA. “With bankruptcy filings at a seven year low, we want to play a role in providing valuable information to our peers to help them better their practices, and this publication provides the perfect vehicle for that.”

The new E-Magazine also focuses on the latest NACBA advocacy efforts at state and federal levels, National Consumer Bankruptcy Research Center updates, social media tips, marketing trends, member benefits and soft skills development.

NACBA Now is distributed free to all NACBA members.

Bankruptcy Briefs 11/5

New E-Magazine Dedicated to Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Launched

Nevada Banks Take a Gamble when it Comes to HOA Liens

October Bankruptcy Filings Decrease 12 Percent from Previous Year, Increase 8 Percent from September

Wyly Widow Gives Bankruptcy Court Details of Homes, Furs

Office of Inspector General Identifies Major Management Challenges at the CFPB

The effect of state anti-deficiency laws

Bankruptcy Judge Explains Pension Cut Hurdles

Bankruptcy ruling not as bad as it looks

FTC Settles with Debt Portfolio Broker Over Disclosures in Online Postings

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Bankruptcy Briefs 11/3

Consumer Baits Collector to Violate FDCPA, Files Suit

Tax Planning Thoughts & Client Representations Before the IRS

The Supreme Court Cases That Could Change America In The Coming Year

Creditors Call Trump Entertainment Bankruptcy Plan a ‘Charade’

College students dress as “The Walking Debt” on Halloween

Senate Panel to Scrutinize Bank Regulators

Creditors scrutinize ex-billionaire’s assets

Former Auckland high flier faces bankruptcy

U.S. student debt burden falling more on top earners, easing bubble fears

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STOP SCARING YOUR CLIENTS!

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Everything You NEED to Know About Taxes In Bankruptcy
No Tricks, No Treats, Just Taxes!

Taxes in Bankruptcy is not for the FAINT OF HEART!

The happy haunts have received your sympathetic vibrations and are beginning to materialize.

NACBA’s SPOOKTACULAR Virtual Fall Workshop (LIVE WEBCAST) will offer specialized training in bankruptcy taxation. Quite frankly, this training is to DIE for! The treatment of tax debts is one of the more complicated areas of federal bankruptcy law and can very SCARY, but the Bankruptcy Code offers substantial TREATS of tax relief to tax debtors. From understanding tax rules to cancellation of debt income (pros & cons) to IRS penalties, audits, liens and levies, to client preparation and the fresh start initiative, this two-day intensive workshop will allow NACBA members to expand their client possibilities and better understand serious tax liabilities.

Allow NACBA to be your GHOST HOST as we prepare you to enter the Taxes in Bankruptcy VIRTUAL WORKSHOP OF TERROR!

Mortals must pay a token fee. Rest in peace when it comes to Taxes in Bankruptcy!

$199 NACBA Member Rate
$349 Non Member Rate

Register by November 14, 2014 and receive a FREE, hard copy edition of
Bad Paper: Chasing Debt from Wall Street to the Underworld written by Jake Halpern
Keynote Speaker, 2015 NACBA 23rd Annual Convention, Chicago IL

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WHAT CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEYS ARE SAYING

Bankruptcy Briefs 10/31

NACBA Messenger Bag Giveaway Ends Today

Violation of Discharge Injunction and Abuse of Process

Innocent or injured spouse, what’s the difference?

Consumer Bureau Finds Homeowners Harmed by Loan Companies

Big banks brace for penalties in probes

Mortgages After Bankruptcy

Woman repeatedly skips out on rent, files bankruptcy to avoid eviction

U.S. places new student debt rules on for-profit colleges

CFPB Sets Field Hearing in Delaware

Dirty tricks of the student loan industry

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Bankruptcy Briefs 10/30

Economy zooms forward in Q3, passing forecasts

Municipal Judge Files For Bankruptcy

Cancellation of debt exclusions – 26 U.S.C. § 108

Springfield man gets 10 months for bankruptcy fraud

Tennessee man charged with bankruptcy fraud

Small Town Deploys ‘Military-Style Maneuvers’ to Collect 75-Year-Old Man’s Debt

Schilling, three others, reach proposed settlement in federal bankruptcy

Yen Anxiety Rises as Tumble Sparks Bankruptcy Surge: Currencies

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Bankruptcy Briefs 10/29/14

Phantom Real Property Gains and Cancellation of Debt Income

Compassion Wins the Day in Modification Case

Consumers’ Confidence in Economy and Labor Market Grows

Fiscal Year Bankruptcy Filings Lowest in Seven Years

Student debt crisis could be next mortgage debt crisis

U.S. consumer watchdog finds ‘illegal’ acts in mortgage, student loans

Mark Bray, running for Congress in north Alabama, filed for bankruptcy in 2008, says it’s ‘motivation’ for his candidacy

Government Shames Doctors Who Haven’t Paid Their Student Loans

Circuit Court Rules Against ARM Firm in Allowable Interest FDCPA Case

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NEW NACBA Logo for Members-Only – Update Your Website

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Join the only national organization dedicated to serving the needs of consumer bankruptcy attorneys and protecting the rights of consumer debtors in bankruptcy

Taxes in Bankruptcy

Save the dates: November 20-21, 2014

NACBA’s Virtual Fall Workshop (LIVE WEBCAST), Taxes in Bankruptcy, will offer specialized training in bankruptcy taxation. The treatment of tax debts is one of the more complicated areas of federal bankruptcy law, but the Bankruptcy Code offers substantial tax relief to tax debtors. From understanding tax rules to cancellation of debt income (pros & cons) to IRS penalties, audits, appeals, liens and levies, to client preparation and the fresh start initiative, this two-day intense workshop will allow NACBA members to expand their client possibilities and better understand serious tax liabilities.

Quite frankly, this workshop will cover everything you ever wanted to know about taxes in bankruptcy proceedings, but were afraid to ask. Delivered by NACBA to you, in the comfort of your home or office location.

$199 NACBA Member Rate
$349 Non Member Rate
Join NACBA HERE for Reduced Rate

Register by November 14, 2014 and receive a FREE, hard copy edition of Bad Paper: Chasing Debt from Wall Street to the Underworld written by Jake Halpern Keynote Speaker, 2015 NACBA 23rd Annual Convention, Chicago IL

Visit the Virtual Fall Workshop Overview for more information on expert faculty and schedule.