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Mike Schmidt

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C.L. Mike Schmidt has been recognized for the last 25 years as one of Dallas’ top defense attorneys.

Schmidt holds three Board Certifications:

1) Civil Trial Law Specialist and
2) Personal Injury Trial Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and
3) Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

He was admitted to the New Mexico bar in October 2015 and to the Washington D.C. bar in August 2016.

Schmidt is a Fellow of American College of Trial Lawyers, the International Academy of Trial Lawyers and the International Society of Barristers.

He is a former National Membership Chairman and a Diplomate of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He co-authored The Texas Practice Guide on Personal Injury Law, and has been listed for several years in The Best Lawyers in America, One of the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine, and Who’s Who in Law by the Dallas Business Journal.

Schmidt is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and was featured on the Learning Channel with a documentary about a wrongful death case in Texas entitled The Magic Bullet. His long interest in the arts led to his serving as Board President of the Millicent M. Rogers Museum in Taos, New Mexico.

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    Mike explains FHA 203(k) loans fund a range of renovations, from structural to cosmetic. He dispels myths that FHA loans are only for low-income buyers, highlighting their accessibility. To secure the best rates, he advises improving credit scores and shopping around. "Patience and detailed cost estimates are crucial" for homeowners considering FHA loans.
  • Refinancing Student Loans with Bad Credit: Expert Strategies Unveiled
    Mike advises that refinancing is possible with strategies like using a cosigner or improving credit scores. Benefits include simplified payments, but higher interest rates are a downside. He suggests focusing on federal options, building payment history, and choosing lenders wisely. Local credit unions may offer better rates and service for those with bad credit.
  • Expert Strategies for Accelerating Debt Repayment
    Mike shares six methods: "Debt Snowball for quick wins, Debt Avalanche for interest savings, Debt Consolidation for simplified payments, Budgeting for disciplined spending, Financial Advisors for personalized plans, and Debt Settlement for reducing balances." Each method has unique pros and cons, but with focus and the right approach, debt reduction is achievable.
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