As a bankruptcy lawyer in Memphis I meet folks all the time who’ve had their cars repossessed. Sometimes they come to see me because they want their cars back and hope it isn’t too late. Sometimes, though, you might not want your car back after it’s been repossessed. Maybe you know you can’t afford it …
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Connie Wiggs has received the Rising Star Award from Darrell Castle & Associates for her exemplary service to our Memphis bankruptcy clients. At a time of transition, Connie gave above and beyond what could normally be expected. She took on several difficult new tasks and did so with high quality and a great attitude. “We’re …
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If you’re concerned about your credit if you file bankruptcy, don’t worry – that’s normal and understandable. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry any longer. I’ve found a program that will help my clients raise their credit score dramatically – to over 720 in as little as one year. Yes, you’re reading that right: JUST …
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Self-help repossession means a repossession without the courts being involved. In self-help repossession, if a lender decides you’ve defaulted on your loan, they can seize your car and sell it without even getting permission from the court or police. This type of repossession is completely legal in most states, including Tennessee; but it can lead …
In this video, Memphis bankruptcy lawyer Darrell Castle discusses a recent case in which a man was losing his paycheck to debt when what he REALLY wanted to do was tithe, provide for his kids’ school supplies, and live a good life with his family. If you’re losing too much from your paycheck each week, …
I’m baaaaaaack! I’m Harassment Harry, the collection agent who hacks into the Darrell Castle & Associates website on occasion to get revenge. I’d hack more, but I’ve been SO BUSY lately. Lots of repossessions to get through. You know those shows on TV about people getting violent when the repo man comes to take their …
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For many homeowners, loan modification programs are not helping them avoid foreclosure. According to the Washington Post, people who received loan modifications from the federal government are defaulting at an alarming rate: nearly 50% in one segment. The program is called the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), and it’s run by the Treasury Department. A …
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Memphis personal injury and bankruptcy lawyer Darrell Castle has received the Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award! This award has been presented to Castle as a result of feedback from his clients. In particular, it reflects client satisfaction with his: Communications Ability Responsiveness Quality of Service, and Value for the Price Since 1984, Darrell Castle has served …
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Q: When someone comes to repossess my car, is it public record? Will everyone find out about it? A: Generally, no. In Tennessee, we have a system called self help repossession that allows creditors to repo the car without a court order. Without a court order, there’s no record it happened. So there’s no way …
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