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If you marry after filing bankruptcy does your credit score affect your spouses credit score?
You can do it either way. It mostly depends on the financial situation you are in and if you have joint accounts or single accounts. Just went through this. Most of the bills are in my name so my husband didn't have to do it.But your lawyer will advise you on the best way to file. Hope this helps.
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Will your credit rating be affected by your partner filing bankruptcy?
If your partner files for bankruptcy and you don't then the bankruptcy will not appear on your credit report. But you will be partly responsible for before bankruptcy filing. Generally filing bankruptcy will affect the credit rating of the individual who filed it.
If you are about to get married and you are filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy will this bankruptcy affect your spouse in any way after the marriage?
It will only affect the non-filing spouse if the couple apply for some type of joint credit, such as a home mortgage. It will not affect the new spouse's credit report/score.
What bankruptcy information should you know before you consider filing for bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is the filing of a petition that claims your assets, and your inability to pay for them. Bankruptcy severely effects your credit, and is present on your credit for 7 years. During this time getting credit cards or loans can be very difficult.
Does having a car in repo effect filing for bankruptcy?
No - having had a car that was re-possessed will not affect the filing of a Bankruptcy.
Does filing bankruptcy raise your credit score?
In some cases, it actually does. This really depends on a lot of factors and variables, but I have seen credit scores increase 100+ points after filing a bankruptcy.
If you file bankruptcy will that remove a charge off report from a credit card?
Filing bankruptcy does not remove a charge off report from a credit card on your credit report. It just adds bankruptcy to your credit report.
How long does a chapter 7 bankruptcy stay on your credit record in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years from the date of filing. This can affect your credit score and ability to secure new credit during that time. However, after the 10-year period, the bankruptcy will be removed from your credit report, allowing you to rebuild your credit history.
Can you charge on a credit card that is in your bankruptcy AFTER actually filing bankruptcy?
"Whether a debtor keeps credit cards after filing bankruptcy is up to the credit card company. If you are discharging a credit card they will cancel the card unless you reaffirm the debt. Even if you have a zero balance the credit card company might cancel the card."
Will it affect your car loan if you go bankruptcy?
Yes, filing for bankruptcy can affect your car loan. If you include the car loan in your bankruptcy filing, you may have to surrender the vehicle or negotiate a reaffirmation agreement to keep it. Additionally, bankruptcy can negatively impact your credit score, making it harder to obtain future loans. However, not including the car loan in bankruptcy may allow you to retain the vehicle, provided you continue making payments.
What can be done to build credit history after filing bankruptcy?
After filing bankruptcy, it is extremely important to be very careful to pay bills in full and on time. Missed payments or carrying credit card balances can negatively impact credit scores.
Do you have to take a credit counseling course prior to filing bankruptcy?
yes
How can one get a car loan after filing bankruptcy?
To receive a car loan after filing for bankruptcy you will probably have to rebuild your credit before applying. You can also find a co-signer with amazing credit to counteract yours.
