Is it OK to file bankruptcies?
Is it smart to claim bankruptcies
Filing for bankruptcy can cause significant harm to your credit history, however it can be the best solution for managing debt that you can't afford to pay. Consider consulting with a reputable credit counselor to explain all your options for repayment before you file for bankruptcy.
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Why should you not file for bankruptcies
Filing for bankruptcy can negatively impact your immediate financial future. Obtaining credit after filing for bankruptcy could mean increased interest rates. Obtaining credit after filing for bankruptcy might require security deposits.
Do you lose everything after a bankruptcies
Don't worry—you won't lose everything in bankruptcy. Most people can keep household furnishings, a retirement account, and some equity in a house and car in bankruptcy. But you might lose unnecessary luxury items, like your fishing boat or a flashy car, or have to pay to keep them.
Can you live a normal life after bankruptcies
There will be hardships you'll have to endure — from cash flow management to establishing good credit and rebuilding your financial profile — but it's possible to financially recover from bankruptcy and give yourself a fresh start.
What doesn’t go away in bankruptcies
No matter which form of bankruptcy is sought, not all debt can be wiped out through a bankruptcy case. Taxes, spousal support, child support, alimony, and government-funded or backed student loans are some types of debt you will not be able to discharge in bankruptcy.
What are the downside of personal bankruptcies
Bankruptcy destroys your credit. Your credit score indicates how likely it is you'll repay debt, so bankruptcy can do tremendous damage to your credit. A bankruptcy will remain on your credit report for up to 10 years, but you can begin rebuilding your credit right away.