Will Filing Bankruptcy Affect My Credit? Not paying your bills affects your credit negatively. And yet problems with credit are one of the main reasons people cite for not filing for bankruptcy. The truth is your credit will suffer when you file for bankruptcy, but that’s only a part of the total picture. How will […]
Credit Reporting Errors If you’ve noticed something on your credit report that doesn’t belong there, you aren’t alone. Credit reporting errors are common. Whether something was added to your report in error or something should’ve been removed but it’s still hanging around, errors happen all the time. This is why it’s so important to order […]
Improve My Credit Score A solid credit score is an important tool that helps you in many ways. Unfortunately, just a few missteps will cost you big when it comes to maintaining a good credit score. Filing for bankruptcy is one of the best ways to repair your credit after making mistakes, but it’s not […]
Bankruptcy Credit Repair One of the biggest challenges you’ll have post-bankruptcy is getting credit extended to you. But for most people post-bankruptcy, it’s not that they can’t get credit; it’s that they can’t get credit worth having. The cost of credit extended to people after bankruptcy is just too expensive. This is why post-bankruptcy credit […]
The average person assumes filing for bankruptcy will damage his or her credit score, and while there is some truth to this, but what many fail to consider is those considering bankruptcy likely don’t have a great outlook to begin with. It’s possible to fix this and filing for bankruptcy might actually be your fastest […]
One of the primary reasons people choose to file for bankruptcy is because it can help improve their credit. It takes time, but resolving your financial issues through bankruptcy and keeping on track after your bankruptcy is complete can have a major impact on your credit score. For some, bankruptcy is the only hope for […]
Saving money can be one of the best things you do to avoid further problems as you recover from bankruptcy. There is no denying things must chance after you file, but it is still possible to move in the right direction with your finances despite previous missteps. These five savings tips will help you get […]
Millions of Americans are living beyond their means, but many have no idea their financial situation is as bleak as it is. For some, things will turn around before they reach the crisis point. Perhaps they are saddled with student loan payments or they are in the midst of a job change. Unfortunately for some, […]
Congratulations! You have made your way through bankruptcy and are ready to begin your new financial life. Or… you are contemplating bankruptcy and you want to know what steps to take in the future to avoid the financial struggles you face now. Now matter where you are in your bankruptcy journey, there are a few […]
If you are dealing with financial problems it is important you be aware of and to understand the meaning of your credit score. Your credit score is one of the most important factors affecting your financial health. Once you understand how your credit score is created and used, you can take the steps necessary to […]
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