If you have more debt than you can possibly pay, bankruptcy may be your best option. A bankruptcy filing can eliminate many debts and give you a fresh start. It’s not easy, though: bankruptcy will cost money and take time. Let’s look at how long it takes to file for bankruptcy. How long does bankruptcy […]
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When a person files for bankruptcy, their credit score dives. This makes it extremely difficult to qualify for most forms of new credit. Most traditional lenders, including banks and credit unions, will reject applications for unsecured loans from consumers with bad credit or derogatory marks (ex., bankruptcy, charged-off accounts or accounts in collections) on their
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If you’re in debt and can’t pay it back, obtain a loan, or don’t have anyone to borrow from, it may be time to file bankruptcy. While it may sound like the obvious solution, there are many pros and cons of filing bankruptcy to consider before you make your decision. It’s important that you know
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What happens if you declare bankruptcy depends on a few things, including the type of bankruptcy you’re filing. Before filing, it’s important to understand the process, what happens next, and other debt-relief options. After all, bankruptcy can be an effective way to handle debt, but it also has long-term repercussions and isn’t right for everyone.
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Bankruptcy can crush your credit. If you went into bankruptcy with a good credit score you could lose over 200 points. If your credit is average, you could drop 130 to 150 points. If your credit is already poor, you’ll lose less. Rebuilding credit after bankruptcy takes planning and effort. 14 easy ways to repair
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According to Bankrate, the average credit card balance in 2021 was $5,525 and the average consumer had three credit cards. That comes out to $16,575 just in credit card debt, never mind what you’re shelling out for car payments, student loan payments, rent/mortgage payments, etc.! Given that the average full-time salary in 2021 was around $50,000,
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Filing for bankruptcy is expensive what with the credit counseling course fees, court filing fees and, typically, attorney fees. Fortunately, even though there’s no real way to file for free, there are ways to keep costs low. And, if you’re in a financial pinch, this can help you get back on track without falling further
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Do you have severe debt problems? Are you underwater with credit card debt, have an untenable mortgage, unpaid medical bills, outstanding personal loans, and other unsecured debt, or have your wages garnished? According to statistics released by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, the September 2021 annual bankruptcy filings totaled 434,540. Filing for bankruptcy
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B-A-N-K-R-U-P-T-C-Y. It may be only 10 letters, but it’s definitely an intimidating word. Bankruptcy isn’t something anyone wants to declare, but sometimes it’s necessary when things go bad with your finances. But bankruptcy isn’t a free solution, and coughing up the cash can be a problem when you’re already drowning in debt. How much does
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