A federal law
Whereby a persons assets are turned over to a trustee and used to
pay off outstanding debts; this usually occurs when someone owes more
than they have the ability to repay.
Although you can get a loan one day out of Bankruptcy you will
have to have some open trade lines that show your ability to pay
debt on time for a certain period of time.
The main two types of bankruptcy for indiviuals to file are chapter
7 which will erase all debt included in the bankruptcy. second there
is chapter 13 this will restructure the debt and give the person
a certain payment and time period to repay the debt.
Chapter 7 - Gets rid of all debts except some taxes and possibly
alimony payments. Liquidates all assets that are not exempt (cars,
work-related tools and basic household furnishings). Some property
may be sold by a court appointed official or turned over to creditors.
Chapter 13 - Allows a borrower with a stable income and limited
debt, to pay off bills under a court approved repayment plan over
a 36 to 60 month period rather than surrender any property.
If you are having problems getting credit or paying your monthly
bills, you may be tempted to turn to businesses that advertise quick
and easy solutions to credit problems. But do not be misled. There
are no instant solutions. Although some credit counseling businesses
"guarantee results or your money back," you may find that there
are hidden strings attached or that the company is gone when you
want your money back.
There are steps you can take to help solve your credit problems.
However, solving them takes time, patience, and some understanding
of the law. This brochure may help you. It explains why your credit
history is important, how to build a credit history and establish
credit, and what can be done to improve a bad credit history. It
also suggests ways to help deal with debts you may have, possibly
by using a nonprofit Consumer Credit Counseling Service.
On October 17, 2005 the bankruptcy laws underwent a change, the
biggest change is that fewer people will qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Demonstrate good money habits now. Many people who file bankruptcy
swear off credit altogether, however, it is important to re-establish
your credit rating. Get a secured credit card or take on some sort
of loan — furniture, a car or a major appliance — to demonstrate
that you are able to make timely payments. Make sure you are making
other payments (utility bills, cell phone, etc.) on time as well.
You won't turn things around in a year but your credit score will
improve over time.
Although bankruptcy can be damaging to your credit, you can technically
get a mortgage loan 1 day out of bankruptcy!