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What Happens to My Personal Loan After Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

When filing for bankruptcy, you can discharge certain types of personal loans, meaning that you’re no longer legally responsible for paying off the debt. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, you need to know what personal loans you can discharge and which filing method best suits your financial situation.

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What Debts Will Remain After A Chapter 13 Discharge?

Sawin & Shea

Chapter 13 bankruptcy can wipe out most kinds of debts and leave you with a much brighter financial picture. But Chapter 13 can’t discharge all types of debt you’ve taken on. Some debts will remain after your bankruptcy, although you’ll be in a much better position to handle them.

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Getting Approved for a Loan After Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Chapter 7 bankruptcy: In this type of bankruptcy, your non-exempt assets (if any) have been liquidated to pay off a percentage of your debts. Pros: Because you are no longer overwhelmed with creditors and debts, you may be able to save money for secured loans or secured credit cards. More on both of those below.).

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Need to Know About Debt Negotiation and Settlement?

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Whether or not you file for bankruptcy also depends on the kind of debt you have. Bankruptcy will wipe out credit card debt, medical bills, and personal loans, but will not eliminate primary obligation debt; things like student loans, child and spousal support, and newer tax debt. What does each one mean?

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Bankruptcy Chapter 7 vs 13: Which Is The Best Option?

Debt Free Colorado

Chapters 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code – Awareness. Consider your income, assets, creditors, expenditures, and your ability to pass the means test while selecting between Chapter 13 and Chapter 7. You should get legal assistance from a knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney in Denver.

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What Happens After a Personal Loan Bankruptcy Discharge?

Sawin & Shea

When filing for bankruptcy, you can discharge certain types of personal loans, meaning that you’re no longer legally responsible for paying off the debt. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, you need to know what personal loans you can discharge and which filing method suits your financial situation.

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How Rising Interest Rates Can Affect Your Interest Rate After Bankruptcy

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Higher interest rates also mean that it’ll take longer to pay off a loan’s principal amount, and those needing a car loan, mortgage, or personal loan may find themselves paying an exorbitant amount of money in interest alone. Chapter 13 bankruptcy can even stop a home foreclosure up until the sheriff’s sale.