Gene Melchionne

Gene Melchionne

Gene Melchionne is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. While he maintains a bankruptcy practice in Connecticut, he also speaks nationally on bankruptcy law and consumer representation. Formerly an officer of a local credit bureau, he has testified before the Connecticut legislature and various courts on consumer credit issues.

Credit Tools

Credit report card

Free credit score and credit report snapshot

Get your free score

Calculators

Tools to help you take control of your financial goals

Calculate your savings

Free credit repair assessment

Ensure you have an accurate credit report

Learn more
All of Gene's posts
5 Steps to Buying a Home After Bankruptcy
mortgages

5 Steps to Buying a Home After Bankruptcy

Keep your dream of owning a home alive with these tips on buying a house after bankruptcy.

Gene Melchionne

What Does Having a Derogatory Public Record on My Credit Report Mean
tax lien

What Does Having a Derogatory Public Record on My Credit Report Mean

Civil judgments, tax liens and bankruptcies are derogatory public records, but only one should appear on your credit report.

Gene Melchionne

Can My Bank Take My Social Security Benefits to Pay My Credit Card Bill?
Managing Debt

Can My Bank Take My Social Security Benefits to Pay My Credit Card Bill?

If you owe on an old debt, can your Social Security money be garnished to pay it off?

Gene Melchionne

5 Things to Do After Bankruptcy
Managing Debt

5 Things to Do After Bankruptcy

So you filed for bankruptcy and received your discharge. Here are five steps to take to help get you back on the road to financial recovery.

Gene Melchionne