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Author :: Carrie Reeder  |
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| Article Title :: How Bankruptcy Affects Interest Rates on Loans and Credit Cards |
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| If you’ve recently filed bankruptcy, you may be concerned about what interest rates you’ll receive on future loans and credit cards. This is a common concern. Though you may feel that the credit card offer you received in the mail has a ridiculously high interest rate, you’re not sure whether or not it’s the best you can get in your current situation. This article will offer some information on how bankruptcy affects interest rates on loans and credit cards:Interest Rates on Credit CardsIn a perfect world, credit card interest rates would be comparable to those of mortgages. Unfortunately, credit cards are unsecured loans, and this represents a significant ris (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Carrie Reeder |
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| Article Title :: Getting A Credit Card After Bankruptcy - 3 Things You Should Know |
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| Declaring bankruptcy doesn't mean that you'll never be able to get credit again. In fact, you may find that credit card companies are still sending you offers and applications in the mail! But before you decide to sign up for another piece of plastic, there are some things you should know.YOU MAY HAVE TO PAY A HIGHER INTEREST RATESuper low interest rates and zero percent offers are for the best customers with the best credit. Since you've declared bankruptcy, you're a higher risk for the credit card company. And because of that, chances are you'll have to pay a higher interest rate than the average customer. In fact, it's possible your rate will be as much as 5% (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Charles Essmeier |
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| Article Title :: Bankruptcy and Useful Tips for Avoiding It |
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| The Bankruptcy Abuse and Consumer Protection Act was passed in early 2005 with the intention of reforming American bankruptcy law as we know it. The existing laws, according to Congress and the credit card companies, allowed too many debtors who might be capable of repaying at least some of their debts to have them wiped away by the courts. The new law was intended, rightly or wrongly, to eliminate the "bankruptcy of convenience" that allowed many consumers to run up huge debts without repaying them. Under the new law, filing is much more difficult, time consuming and expensive; so much so that it has discouraged many would-be filers from seeking debt relief through the courts.G (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Billy Baxter |
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| Article Title :: What About Selling Your Home Before Bankruptcy? |
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| In case you're thinking of filing bankruptcy, the home that you live in will also form part of the assets that could be sold in order to pay the creditors.If you are a part owner of the house, the house will still be sold and the creditors will be paid for with your share in the house while the remaining money will be paid to the other part owners. However, if your family is living with you in the house it is sometimes possible to delay the sale of the house for a year or so.If the trustee is not able to sell your house he may still have a charge on it for a period that could last three years. In this period, if the value of your home increases it will belong to the trustee (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Billy Baxter |
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| Article Title :: How To Buy A House In Less Than 2 Years Of Bankruptcy |
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| Should you ever face the unfortunate experience of filing bankruptcy chances are that you will see someone else who is filing bankruptcy for the 2nd time or maybe even the 3rd time. This simple means that although bankruptcy hampers your credit ratings substantially, it’s not impossible to get credit, you just have to know how. More importantly, you should try not to get into the same situation again.You must remember is that although a bankruptcy can legally remain on your credit report for up to ten years your credit can start improving immediately after your case is closed. You must understand that while after bankruptcy you may be tempted to never use your credit card again i (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Mary Wise |
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| Article Title :: Tips for Getting Approved for a Car Loan with Bankruptcy |
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| BudgetingYou need to plan ahead, make a budget with all your income and expenses and consider what monthly installments you will be able to afford and are willing to pay. According to this information you’ll be able to select which payment schedule best suits your needs when you get loan quotes from each of the lenders.Pull your credit ReportYou need to pull your credit report before applying for a loan. Request a free copy of your credit report to the credit agencies. Credit Agencies are required by law to provide you a credit report once a year. Check that everything is in order and that no unnecessary accounts remain open.Budgeting is essential. If you thi (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Lance Winslow |
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| Article Title :: Hurricanes and Bankruptcy |
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| During the 2005 Atlantic tropical hurricane season there were many bankruptcies from small businesses and individuals who could not pay their bills. All along the Gulf Coast, New Orleans and many people in Florida had lost everything including their jobs, their homes and had no way to support themselves or pay the bills.Luckily FEMA was able to come forth with monies, but generally it was not enough for them and the checks came too late. Anyone who is ever done business with the government of the United States of America knows that they never pay their bills on time for services rendered and it should not be surprising that FEMA did not cut checks to the people in their time of n (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Alan Bernstein |
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| Article Title :: How Bankruptcy Can Affect Your Credit History |
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| You are laden with debt and experience grave difficulties in paying up. You work from dawn till dusk and hold two jobs, but your income is still inadequate to pay off your outstanding credit card balances. You feel like you are left with no choice but to declare bankrupt and get your debt wiped out. At least you can start on a clean slate and be more careful with your spending next time.Before you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, it pays to evaluate the consequences of declaring bankrupt. Although it may seem like the best option you have at the moment, it pays to consider the future consequences of going bankrupt.For one thing, being bankrupt will leave mark on your credit (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Michael Russell |
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| Article Title :: Bankruptcy - Getting Your Credit Back |
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| Your bankruptcy case has gone through and you're trying to put all of this behind you. You want to get a fresh start and not make the same mistakes again in the future. It's time to start thinking about rebuilding your credit.No matter what caused you to file bankruptcy, be it from doctor and hospital bills, a divorce, a loss of your job, or perhaps even your own foolishness, you're going to have to start over again. You will need to prove to lenders that you are a good risk. This is going to take some time and effort on your part, but it can be done. Here are some good tips to help you get started rebuilding your credit after a bankruptcy.Getting New CreditMany (read full article) |
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| Category :: Bankruptcy Articles |
Author :: Michael Russell |
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| Article Title :: Bankruptcy - Is It The Right Choice? |
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| If you're facing a mountain of debt that just continues to keep growing, bankruptcy may seem to be the only way out. You're not alone. Hundreds of thousands of Americans face this situation every year. Filing for bankruptcy may seem like an easy solution to your problems, but is it really the right choice?Did you know that a bankruptcy will show up on your credit report for 10 years? This will make getting any type of loan, credit card, or a home mortgage, next to impossible. Sure, there may be a few lenders who will extend you credit after a few years, but only after jumping through hoops and paying a very high interest rate. Another aspect to consider before filing for a ba (read full article) |
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