What happens after I file my bankruptcy?
Under normal circumstances, the bankruptcy court will automatically issue
the discharge 60 to 75 days after the First Meeting of Creditors.
What happens to my credit rating after bankruptcy?
You can reestablish credit though and be back in "A" credit
two years after the discharge of Bankruptcy. The bankruptcy is a judgment
and will be listed for a period of up to 10 years after the discharge.
After bankruptcy, can I get credit?
Sure. For awhile though, expect to pay high interest rates and fees. There
is a whole new mortgage industry springing into action loaning to people
with less-than perfect credit.
If I need to file bankruptcy again, how long do
I have to wait?
You must wait 6 years to file again or if your bankruptcy was dismissed
you must usually wait for 180 days to refile.
Disclaimer:
This information deals with Chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy. Each state
has its own bankruptcy laws, so you need to check with your state for
details. Information dealing with Chapter 13 bankruptcy and consumer debt
restructuring is not discussed in the above FAQs. The information contained
in the following FAQs is provided for general information purposes only
and is not intended to be a legal opinion nor legal advice nor is it intended
to be a complete discussion of all the issues related to the area of Chapter
7 consumer bankruptcy. Every individual's factual situation is different
and you should seek independent legal advice regarding specific information.