This is not always true. If you work hard and rebuild your credit and FICO score, you can qualify for a new loan in the future. Chapter 7 will be reflected on your credit report for 10 years.
“My neighbor filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and was approved. I’m sure I will be approved, too.” This statement is false. In order to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, every debtor must undergo a “means test.” The means test will compare your family’s median income to that of other families in your state. If your…
This statement is totally subjective. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is likely the most widely used of all bankruptcy options. With that said, this does not necessarily mean that Chapter 7 is the best option for you. Whether or not Chapter 7 is ideal for you depends, in large part, on your personal debt and assets. It…