
Money, Taxes, & Debt
Alternatives to Payday Loans
Payday loans can look like a good deal. But they aren’t. Here is what payday loans looks like, why you should avoid them, and some possible alternatives.
Bankruptcy: Is It the Right Choice for You?
This is to help you to understand some basics about the bankruptcy laws and rules. This may help you to make a more informed decision about whether filing for bankruptcy makes sense for you. We assume that you are a low-income client who may not be able to afford a lawyer.
Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Maine: Getting Started
Important Cautionary Notes
Step One: Credit Counselling
Step Two: Fill out the Court Forms
Step Three: File all Required Forms and Documents
Step Four: Send Tax Return and Wage Inform
Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
What property can I keep?
How does filing for bankruptcy protect me from creditors?
What happens at the ''meeting of creditors''?
How are my debts resolved?
What happens t
Bankruptcy in Maine
The bankruptcy laws changed in October 2005. These laws makes it harder for a very low-income person to find a lawyer to help with a bankruptcy case. We have posted this information to help you figure out what to do.
I Can't Pay the Taxes on my House: What Can I Do?
In Maine, if you cannot pay your tax bill for the property you live on, there is something you can do. Your city or town can decide that you don't have to pay some or all of it. This is called a "poverty tax abatement."
Maine Tax Refunds for People Living in Motels and Tourist Camps
How do I know if I can get a tax refund?
In Maine, when you stay in some kinds of short term rentals, like a hotel or motel room, you pay a state sales tax. If you stay more than 28 days you may be entitled to a refund of the tax you paid.
First, you must have rented:
The Maine Homestead Exemption: Tax Relief for Maine Homeowners
Introduction
The Maine Homestead Exemption may lower your property tax bill. It makes it so the town won't count $20,000 of value of your home for property tax purposes.
Can I Get a DHHS Child Support Order Set Aside?
This information is to help you if you need to change a Department of Health Human Services (DHHS) Child Support Order. If a Court ordered you to pay child support, this information will not help you.
Child Support and Debt Due for Past Support
What is this information and how will it help me?
This information is for parents who are being pursued by Maine DHHS for payment of child support, especially when there is no order of child support. It will help you prepare for your DHHS Support Hearing.