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Trying to determine if bankruptcy is right for you? The first step is understanding if it can help with the specific types of debt you're trying to escape. Here's a breakdown of what can and can't be discharged in a bankruptcy.

You've probably heard of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, but how many kinds of bankruptcy exist in the United States? And how are they different?

Bankruptcy laws are complicated, and it’s often difficult to tell what your rights are when filing for bankruptcy, and what has to be done under law, but understanding these rights can help you make informed decisions about your financial future.

Everyone who has debts also has legal rights. It’s important to know your consumer rights so lenders can’t take advantage of you. Here are the most important consumer protection laws currently on the books.

In community property states, assets and liabilities that either person acquires during the marriage become the joint property of both spouses. In other words, “what’s mine is yours” legally applies to all sorts of income and debts. Here's what that can mean for you.

For many people, marriage represents the joining of two to become one. But what about your credit history? If your spouse has had some setbacks, what does that mean for your credit score? And how can you can help (or hurt) each other as you work to build a lifetime of strong credit? Here's what you need to know.

When you’re a single parent, affording the cost of living can be stressful and lonely. Living on one income means your budget is more limited, giving you less financial flexibility and making saving more difficult. If you’ve wondered about taking a loan to get ahead or to help manage unexpected costs, here’s what to think about.

Many credit card issuers offer hardship programs for customers experiencing a financial setback. The problem, however, is that sometimes these programs end before your situation has gone back to normal. So let’s take a look at what happens when your credit card deferment ends, and what you can do to protect yourself.

Buying a home? MMI offers a variety of homebuyer counseling and education certificate programs, available online and over the phone. Learn more about our homebuyer education.

Need more than just debt counseling advice? MMI can help you resolve your credit and debt problems with a structured debt management plan.

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National Foundation for Credit Counseling

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Council On Accreditation

MMI is proudly accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), an international, independent, nonprofit, human service accrediting organization. COA’s thorough, peer-reviewed accreditation process is designed to ensure that organizations like MMI are providing the highest standard of service and support for clients and employees alike.
Financial Counseling Association of America

MMI is a proud member of the Financial Counseling Association of America (FCAA), a national association representing financial counseling companies that provide consumer credit counseling, housing counseling, student loan counseling, bankruptcy counseling, debt management, and various financial education services.
Department of Housing and Urban Development

MMI is certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide consumer housing counseling. The mission of HUD is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD provides support services directly and through approved, local agencies like MMI.