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Frequently Asked Questions About Winterbotham Parham Teeple, a PC
How can I file Chapter 7 or 13?
Chapter 7 – Bankruptcy allows 1 discharge every 8 years. Chapter 13 – Debt Consolidation lets you file as often as needed, if filed in good faith and 70% of unsecured debts were paid in a previously discharged Chapter 13.
What happens to my credit?
Chapter 7 – Bankruptcy and Chapter 13 – Debt Consolidation remains on your credit report for 10 years. By not filing, credit may show negatives for 7 years from the time you become current. By filing, negative reporting stops immediately. This allows you to begin re-establishing credit faster by keeping house, auto or other payments current. Also, you may obtain a “secured” credit card to help re-establish.
Does bankruptcy eliminate all debts?
No. Chapter 7 – Bankruptcy will eliminate most all unsecured debts but not secured debts such as your home or car. To retain secured assets, payments must be made or modified. In Chapter 13 – Debt Consolidation you pay all or only a portion of your debts.