Recent Blog Posts
What Is The Means Test? Should I File Chapter 7 Or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Hi I’m Shawn Yesner with Yesner Law. The Means Test is one of the most confusing things about the bankruptcy process, so I’d like to take a little bit of time to explain it in more detail. The Means Test is what we use to determine whether a debtor can file or must file… Read More »
What Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
What is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? What do I need to know? What are some common misconceptions about Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? Listen as Shawn Yesner of Yesner Law dispel 3 of the most common myths surrounding Chapter 13 bankruptcies in Tampa, FL. Of course you can always learn more by visiting our series of… Read More »
Foreclosure Law Update
Recently, the District Court of Appeals for the Second District of Florida (which includes Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota Counties) issued an opinion in the case U.S. Bank National Ass’n v. Busquets. In that case, the appellate court held that the trial court was… Read More »
Myths About Chapter 7 Bankruptcies
Do you have questions about chapter 7 bankruptcy? What are the myths about bankruptcies, especially chapter 7. What is the difference between chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankrupticy? Listen as Tampa Lawyer Shawn Yesner dispels the myths surrounding Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and how you can schedule a free consultation to discuss your options at… Read More »
Yesner Law Broadens Mortgage Experience With Addition Of Veteran Legal Assistant
Tampa, Fla. – In dealing with the bankruptcy and mortgage crises still afflicting many families, it is helpful for consumers to have legal representatives who understand both sides of the issues. With the addition of legal assistant Terri L. Sharp, Yesner Law (YesnerLaw.com) has significantly broadened its base of experience in foreclosures, short sales,… Read More »
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Wondering about the FDCPA: The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act? How can you stop debt collectors? Yesner Law continues the talk on Zombie Debt Collection Practices and how to stop those annoying calls from debt that has been eliminated, discharged or otherwise written off. The collection agency will still attempt to collect on this… Read More »
What Is Zombie Debt? Video Blog
What is Zombie Debt? How does a 1099-C affect home purchase, what do when you think you’ve been granted debt forgiveness? How do you clear your name when it comes to your debt being passed from collector to collector. Zombie Debt is a problem when it comes to purchasing a home or applying for… Read More »
Disclose Material Defects In Real Estate – Truth In Advertising
Does a Realtor need to disclose material defects in real estate listings? In order to follow Article 12 of the National Association of Realtors Code of Ethics, and to show truth in advertising, the answer is yes. So what can you say to make a not so good property read appealing? Listen to Shawn… Read More »
Top 10 Ways To Avoid Rental Scams
Recently, WFLA in Tampa documented a story about fake landlords using Craig’s List and other internet sites to scam potential tenants out of thousands of dollars. The scams range from collecting a security deposit on a house the scammer does not own, to identity theft. How can a tenant protect himself from these potential… Read More »
OCWEN, Altisource, Hubzu And Real Home Services & Solutions
OCWEN short sale rejection? Curious about the relationship between Altisource, Hubzu & Real Home Services and Solutions? Listen as Real Estate Attorney Shawn Yesner explains the relationship and a case where a short sale was rejected by OCWEN, and asked to be listed on Hubzu through RHSS. Want to learn more about Real Estate… Read More »
